The document discusses the future of regulation in light of 40 key emerging technologies and the challenges they present, such as the pacing problem and traditional liability notions. It highlights various regulatory approaches, including self-regulation and regulatory sandboxes, and emphasizes the need for a holistic and adaptive regulatory framework. Key conclusions stress the importance of active consultation and ongoing evaluation of regulatory practices to address modern risks.

1. THE FUTURE OF REGULATION
(OR IS IT REGULATING THE FUTURE?)
13 January 2020
Paris, France
Nick Malyshev
Head of the Regulatory Policy Division
OECD

2. 40 Key Emerging/Disruptive Technologies for the Future

3. Regulatory Challenges
1. Pacing problem
2. Disruptive technology and business
3. Online platforms with natural monopoly characteristics
4. Enforcement and traditional notions of liability
5. Traditional institutional and transboundary frameworks

4. Regulating Emerging Technologies –
emerging approaches
Self-Regulation and Co-regulations
Regulatory Experiments (Regulatory Sandboxes, Test Beds, Adaptive
Regulations)
Traditional Regulations (Prescriptive, Performance/Outcome/Risk,
Management)
International Regulatory Cooperation
…and don’t forget non-regulatory approaches!

5. Conclusions
5 key challenges governing emerging technologies, some better understood
than the others
Some emerging regulatory approaches to address one or more of the
challenges
No single methodology or framework have all the necessary characteristics
to tackle all the challenges warranting a more holistic and hybrid approach
Good Regulatory Practices need to be actively and creatively used
Is RIA fit for purpose to address 21st century risks
Consultation, consultation, consultation
No more regulated and forget - evaluation and review