Matthias C. Kettemann is Professor and Chair for Innovation, Theory, and Philosophy of Law at the Institute for Theory and Future of Law, University of Innsbruck. He simultaneously leads the research group 'Global Constitutionalism and the Internet' at the Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG) and directs the research programme 'Regulatory Structures and the Emergence of Rules in Online Spaces' at the Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans Bredow Institute. Additionally, he heads the Innsbruck Quantum Ethics Lab and serves as a board member and research group leader for 'Platform and Content Governance' at the Sustainable Computing Lab, Vienna University of Economics and Business. Prof. Kettemann's research focuses on the legal foundations of digital societies, examining regulatory mechanisms for digital platforms and the interaction between states and private actors. His work spans internet governance, platform regulation, digital rights, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies including AI and quantum computing. He has published extensively on the normative order of the internet, with his 2020 monograph 'The Normative Order of the Internet: A Theory of Online Rule and Regulation' establishing him as a leading scholar in the field. His recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward examining the intersection of law, technology, and democratic governance. The articles demonstrate particular attention to the Digital Services Act implementation, human-in-the-loop systems for AI governance, and the relationship between cybersecurity and privacy. His work consistently addresses how legal frameworks can protect democratic values while accommodating technological innovation, with increasing focus on quantum technology ethics and international dimensions of digital governance. Prof. Kettemann has advised numerous international organizations including the Council of Europe, UNESCO, OSCE, and various national ministries. His current research projects include the 'DSA research network,' 'Human in the Loop,' 'Cybersecurity,' and 'The Public International Law of the Internet,' reflecting his commitment to addressing pressing challenges in digital governance through interdisciplinary research and practical policy engagement. He is actively involved in multiple research teams and labs, particularly the Innsbruck Quantum Ethics Lab which explores ethical dimensions of quantum technologies, and contributes to shaping global digital governance through participation in international expert groups and advisory roles with governmental bodies across Europe.
