Jonny Shipp
The Internet Commission is a non-profit founded by Jonny Shipp in 2018. It works internationally to help digital organisations understand their impact on society and improve their trust and safety practices. In 2022, the Internet Commission became part of the Trust Alliance Group, which has been providing independent dispute resolution services for over 20 years. The UK Energy Ombudsman and the UK Communications Ombudsman are also part of the group.
Retained to lead on European digital policy and dispute settlement for digital platforms, Jonny is a Brussels-based strategy consultant and accredited mediator. He helps business, government, and other organisations to create new possibilities by exploring their own and their stakeholders’ interests. In leadership roles at Telefónica (2003 – 2017), Jonny pioneered approaches to online safety, data, and digital trust. He served as a senior board member at the Internet Watch Foundation (2010 – 2016), and as a School Governor he supported the turnaround of three London schools (2009 – 2020).
Monday TRACK I
Panel: Challenges of Misinformation in the Digital Age
The panel addresses the growing impact of mis- and dis-information across digital platforms and its implications for society, governance, and technology. Speakers will discuss the role of AI in both spreading and combating mis/disinformation, as well as the ethical and regulatory challenges involved. The panel aims to provide insights into how misinformation can be effectively addressed while balancing free speech, platform responsibility, and technological innovation.