Nataliia Tashevtseva is a PhD candidate at the University of Melbourne, specialising in human–computer interaction, Consumer Privacy and its intersection with AI. Her current work investigates how artificial intelligence — whether visible to users or operating behind the scenes — reshapes perceptions of privacy and trust in digital environments. With a background in Information Security, Cryptography and Digital Rights research she combines theoretical insight with technical analysis to get deeper insights into how AI transparency and data-handling practices influence consumer privacy, ultimately informing the design of AI systems that protect user privacy.
Alongside her research, Nataliia is a passionate educator. She serves as a Head Tutor in the Information Security and Privacy subject at the University of Melbourne and has teaching experience in Emerging technologies and digital innovations. She brings a strong commitment to making complex ideas accessible, relevant, and actionable for both students and professionals.
Nataliia’s work aims not just to inform, but to inspire a deeper understanding of the ethical and social dimensions of AI — and to help shape a more transparent and privacy-respecting future.