LISBON, Portugal — July 15, 2026 — On the sidelines of its immersive five-day Sandbox Summer School, a specialized program equipping policy and tech professionals with sandbox design skills, the Datasphere Initiative officially unveiled its latest publication: “AI sandboxes and the private sector: Emerging models and opportunities”. Held at the SANA Metropolitan Hotel, the launch event gathered international practitioners, policymakers, and tech innovators.  

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Isabel brings a unique background that spans both the arts and sciences. Following an initial career as a professional ballet dancer, she transitioned into applied mathematics and is currently a PhD candidate in the Applied Mathematics department at Stellenbosch University. This rare blend of creative discipline and technical knowledge gives Isabel a unique lens through which she views complex problem-solving.

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Während des Betriebsausflugs ist die Uni-Zentralverwaltung am Mittwoch, 15. Juli 2026, nur eingeschränkt verfügbar. In der Studierendenkanzlei, dem Prüfungsamt und dem Career Centre wird von 8 bis 12 Uhr ein Jourdienst eingerichtet, der bei dringenden Angelegenheiten unterstützt. Die Zentrale Studienberatung kann über die Infotheke im Erdgeschoss oder telefonisch unter der Nummer (0931) 31-83183 erreicht werden.

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The intensive five-day program in Lisbon gives public and private sector leaders the practical skills and confidence to run effective sandboxes

Lisbon, Portugal, July 13, 2026 — The Datasphere Initiative, in partnership with the Católica Global School of Law, has officially launched the second edition of its Sandbox Summer School in Lisbon, Portugal. This specialized five-day governance laboratory builds directly on the successful track record established during the inaugural 2025 cohort, which united diverse professionals from 19 countries.