(TR01) (T&S) Sandboxes as instruments for experimentation, co-innovation and regulatory learning

(TR01) (T&S) Sandboxes as instruments for experimentation, co-innovation and regulatory learning

by INCYBER

Humanities, Social Sciences & Thought Politics & Institutions JPPolitics and governmentJPPPublic administration
🎙 INCYBER 👥 7K 📅 March 31, 2026 ⏱ 48 min 👁 103 📄 debate 🧭 2026-08-13
Available in: English (current) Français

Keywords

sandboxregulatory learningDSAyouthonline safety

Summary

The video is a panel discussion from the INCYBER Forum Europe 2026, focusing on the use of regulatory sandboxes as instruments for experimentation, co-innovation, and regulatory learning in the context of digital regulation, particularly online safety. The panel includes Andreas Molnar from the Tony Blair Institute, Floor Bouhédouan from the Irish media regulator, Magda Mie from Control Alt Reclaim, and Yianna Noula from Co Sandbox. The discussion begins with an introduction to the Trust and Safety Forum and its themes, including AI, image-based abuse, and age verification. Andreas Molnar outlines key design considerations for effective sandboxes, such as clear legal frameworks, data access, multidisciplinary teams, transparency, evidence-driven experimentation, and exit strategies. Floor Bouhédouan describes the Irish media regulator’s youth advisory committee, which involves young people in policy development. Magda Mie criticizes the French proposal to ban social media for under-15s, arguing it is paternalistic and fails to address platform design, advocating instead for feature bans and education. Yianna Noula introduces the Co Sandbox, a civil society-led initiative that brings together regulators, platforms, researchers, and young people to address online harms, emphasizing the importance of including youth voices and the concept of harmonization from a rights perspective. The discussion highlights the need for collaborative, evidence-based approaches to digital regulation.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The discussion provides valuable insights into the practical implementation of regulatory sandboxes, drawing on the panelists’ direct experience. The arguments are well-structured and grounded in real-world examples, such as the Irish youth advisory committee and the Co Sandbox initiative. The panel effectively highlights the tension between innovation promotion and regulatory learning, and the importance of involving youth in policy-making. However, some arguments are presented without empirical evidence, and the discussion remains at a relatively high level, lacking detailed case studies or data.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The panelists reference their own work and initiatives, such as the Tony Blair Institute’s policy brief and the Co Sandbox, but no formal citations are provided. The discussion is consistent with current debates on digital regulation, and the title accurately reflects the content. The panel’s credibility is enhanced by the participants’ professional roles, but the lack of verifiable sources limits the scientific rigor. The video does not include a public comment section, so no analysis of audience feedback is possible.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, which focuses on the use of sandboxes for experimentation and regulatory learning in the context of online safety.

Quality & Reliability

7/10

The discussion features expert panelists with direct regulatory and research experience, providing credible insights. However, it is a panel discussion without formal citations or data, and some claims are anecdotal.

Key Moments

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Cited Sources

  • INCYBER Forum Europe — Official website of the INCYBER Forum Europe, the event where this discussion took place.
  • INCYBER Europe LinkedIn — LinkedIn page of INCYBER Europe, providing updates and networking opportunities.

Concurring Sources

  • Regulatory sandboxes: A tool for innovation and learning — OECD report on regulatory sandboxes, supporting the discussion's themes.

Contribution & Novelties

The video contributes to the discourse on regulatory sandboxes by presenting a multi-stakeholder perspective, particularly emphasizing the role of civil society and youth in shaping digital regulation. It highlights the Co Sandbox as a novel initiative led by civil society, which is rare in the field. The discussion also critiques current regulatory approaches, such as the French ban, and advocates for more participatory and evidence-based methods.

Pour aller plus loin :

  • Regulatory sandbox - Wikipedia — Provides an overview of regulatory sandboxes and their applications.
  • Digital Services Act - European Commission — Official information on the DSA, the regulatory framework discussed.
  • Coimisiún na Meán — Official website of the Irish media regulator, relevant to the youth advisory committee mentioned.
  • Tony Blair Institute for Global Change — Think tank where Andreas Molnar works, relevant to the policy brief on sandboxes.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows a balanced performance across all dimensions, with slightly higher scores in information quality and reliability, reflecting the expert panel. The lower score in technical level indicates the discussion is accessible to a general audience, while the high reliability score underscores the credibility of the speakers.

Reliability 7/10