[CFP] Online Platforms: Private Actors with State-like Power?

Max Planck Institute for the Research of Crime, Safety and Legislation invitations abstracts for the convention “On-line Platforms: Personal Actors with State-like Energy?” to be held in Freiburg, Germany, on 21-22 Could 2026.

This convention examines whether or not and the way platforms train features traditionally related to sovereign states—from government enforcement to rule-making to adjudication. What are the implications for legislation and coverage when non-public firms wield such energy?

Deadline for Abstracts: 19 December 2025Conference Dates: 21-22 Could 2026

For extra info on the submission course of and convention particulars, please check with the convention web page.