Professor of Technology and Regulation, University of Oxford – Oxford Internet Institute Senior Research Fellow in AI, Law and Ethics
Sandra Wachter is a leading academic in the fields of AI ethics, data protection law, and algorithmic accountability. Based at the University of Oxford, she advises policymakers, regulators, and corporations on the responsible development and deployment of AI technologies. Her research bridges law, philosophy, and computer science, and she is widely recognised for her work on algorithmic bias, fairness, and the “right to reasonable inferences.” Wachter frequently contributes to the debate around explainability and non-discrimination in AI, making her a vital voice in shaping emerging legal frameworks for AI governance across Europe and beyond.
“AI systems must be contestable — because the power to decide must never be without the power to question.”