International Conference by VIT-AP School of Law

About VIT-AP School of Law

VIT-AP University was established in 2017 by the Andhra Pradesh Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2016. VIT-AP University is the first private university established in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

Based on the vision and mission of the VIT-AP University, the VIT-AP School of Law (VSL) was established to impart the legal education. VSL is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and offers BBA LL. B (Hons) and BA, LL. B (Hons), and Ph. D degree courses in Law.

VSL is determined to provide quality legal education and to train global legal professionals in India. VSL has organized national and international events, including a few national conferences on Public Health and COVID-19, the International Conference on Climate Change and Environmental Protection.

About the Conference

Emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and the metaverse are disrupting traditional jurisdictional boundaries, demanding a critical reassessment of Private International Law.

The decentralized nature of digital transactions creates significant legal uncertainty, challenging courts to determine applicable laws and jurisdiction in the absence of a uniform global framework.

The Conference aims to bring together legal experts, policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and other stakeholders to engage in discussions on the theme.

Theme and Sub-Themes

• Jurisdiction and Conflict of Laws in the Digital Age
  • Challenges in determining jurisdiction for AI-driven contracts, blockchain transactions, and cross-border e-commerce.
  • The impact of decentralization and anonymity in digital transactions on conflict of laws.
  • The extraterritorial reach of national regulations (e.g., GDPR, DPDP Act) and their implications for Private International Law.

• Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Technology-Driven Disputes
  • Legal complexities in enforcing smart contracts and AI-generated agreements across jurisdictions.
  • Cross-border enforcement of cryptocurrency regulations and virtual asset transactions.
  • The role of international arbitration and online dispute resolution (ODR) in addressing transnational technology disputes.

• Data Protection, Digital Sovereignty, and Privacy in a Globalized World
  • The divergence of global data protection laws and their implications for transnational litigation.
  • Challenges in cross-border data transfers and compliance with multi-jurisdictional privacy laws.
  • The impact of government surveillance, data localization mandates, and digital sovereignty on Private International Law.

• Emerging Technologies and the Future of Private International Law
  • The influence of AI, the metaverse, and blockchain on the evolution of legal doctrines in Private International Law.
  • The need for international legal harmonization to address digital economy disputes.
  • Ethical and policy considerations in regulating AI-driven dispute resolution and algorithmic governance.

The sub-themes are only suggestive areas and are not exhaustive. Research papers that are not covered under the abovementioned sub-themes but have relevance in the thrust area of the conference may also be submitted.

Submission Guidelines

• Selected abstracts shall be intimated separately along with a link for full paper submissions and payment of the registration fee.
• The word limit for a full research paper along with an abstract is 3000-5000 words (excluding footnotes), which must be submitted in MS Word format

Important Deadlines

• Submission of abstract: 10th March 2026
• Intimation of abstract acceptance: 15th March 2026
• Registration Deadline: 15th April 2026
• Submission of full paper/Extended Abstract: 20th April 2026
• Date of Conference: 24th and 25th April, 2026

Registration Fees

• Academicians and Professionals: Rs 1500/-
• Research Scholars: Rs 800/-
• Students: Rs 500/-
• For participation without presentation: Rs 300/-

Rewards

• Best Paper Award with Cash Prize along with one-year complimentary subscriptions to SCC Online Web Edition, each worth Rs. 32,000 for three participants.
• One month access to the SCC Online Web Edition to all participants, valued at Rs. 3100 each for all Paper Presenters.

Contact Details

• Ms Lakshmy E: +91 96337 44489,
• Ms Poornima Rajeev: +91 90481 51275,
• Ms Rajashree: +91 9398133688

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