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Spotlight on accessibility during European Day of Persons with Disabilities
On November 30th and December 1st, the European Day of Persons with Disabilities (EDPD) unfolded in Brussels, marking a significant annual event. This two-day conference, a collaborative effort between the European Commission and the European Disability Forum , brought together over 400 policymakers, high-level experts, and disability advocates. The conference served as a crucial platform to address vital themes, including the right to vote and stand for elections, the European Year of Skills 2023 , and the Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021–2030. This yearly gathering
New Business Models for Data-Driven Services
Data has become the infrastructure on which modern economies are built. Nowadays, data is vital in every sector, and businesses of every size increasingly depend on it. At the same time, the reuse of open data in Europe still requires further research and implementation efforts to fully express its potential for public and private value creation.
This paper provides a review of the research conducted over the past two decades on how information generated by the public sector and released in an open data format may purposely be re-used by for-profit and not-for-profit private entities.
This paper provides a review of the research conducted over the past two decades on how information generated by the public sector and released in an open data format may purposely be re-used by for-profit and not-for-profit private entities.
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Insights from our recent report on Licence Compatibility in Europe
In a comprehensive legal report commissioned by the data.europa.eu initiative , we delve into the complex field of licence compatibility challenges, shedding light on practical implications and unveiling strategies to propel open data collaboration across Europe. The report serves as a crucial resource, offering valuable insights into the nuances of varied licensing approaches and emphasising the need for cohesive strategies to ensure seamless integration for data re-users. Amidst the challenges outlined, a significant trend emerges as we observe a substantial shift towards widely recognised
‘Digital Future of Justice’: Insights from the hackathon
On 18-19 November 2023, the Council of Europe held an international hackathon in Paris, France. The event revolved around the topics of digital transformation, human rights, and easier use of case law databases. Titled ‘ Digital Future of Justice ’, the hackathon focused in particular on developing tools for automated indexing of judicial decisions with human rights categories. The event brought together 29 participants, students and researchers from Cyprus, Greece, Lithuania, Norway, Poland and Romania, who formed six national teams. They were supported by experts in technology and law
Open Data and AI: the ODI Summit 2023
On November 7th, the Open Data Institute (ODI) Summit 2023 convened with a resounding theme: 'Without data, there is no AI.' A virtual gathering of global minds, the summit underscored the crucial link between open data and the trajectory of artificial intelligence (AI). The day-long summit navigated diverse facets of the data-AI landscape. Topics ranged from the collaboration between big tech and the global community to the intersection of creativity and AI, emphasising the pivotal role of open data in technological advancements. The summit's culmination involved a dialogue between Sir Nigel
Data Visualisation Guide: A powerful resource to learn more about data visualisation
Interested in data visualisation? We invite you to explore our Data Visualisation Guide and dive into seven subjects to gain a deeper understanding of various aspects related to visualising data. The guide was created by the Publications Office of the European Union in collaboration with data visualisation expert Maarten Lambrechts. Find out more about the guide’s content and how you can use it in the interview with Dr Simon Steuer, Head of Open Data Services Sector of the Publications Office, who worked on the guide together with colleagues from his team. Could you tell us more about the
LORDIMAS: A digital maturity assessment tool for regions and cities
To strengthen local and regional authorities with advanced digital capabilities, the Local and Regional Digital Indicators framework (LORDI) introduces LORDIMAS. This transformative digital maturity assessment tool, a product of collaboration with Living-in.EU , was officially unveiled with comprehensive demos during online events in October and the Smart City Expo in Barcelona from November 7-9 . LORDIMAS empowers local and regional governments across Europe to assess their digital progress, foster open data sharing and promot e more efficient governance. LORDIMAS , a free and interactive
European data spaces and the role of data.europa.eu
At the core of the European data strategy are common European data spaces. By providing relevant data infrastructure and governance frameworks, these data spaces should facilitate the pooling and sharing of data within and across sectors in Europe. An online panel was held on 7 June 2023 to discuss the potential of data spaces for Europe’s citizens, businesses and economy and how this changing data-sharing landscape affects the role of data.europa.eu. This report captures the outcomes of the panel discussion.
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DATA EMEA Conference
Staying current with the latest data management trends is crucial for all companies and professionals. With an ever-evolving technology landscape, using and managing data effectively is key. Failure to stay up to date could result in missed opportunities, decreased efficiency, and even security risks. The DATA EMEA conference brings together professionals and leaders from all over the EMEA region to teach data management passionates and professionals how to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve.
Our winter reading list: explore the world of open data and beyond!
As winter has already arrived and the holiday season is a pproaching , cosy up with a good read and embark on a literary journey from the comfort of your home. If you are seeking some data-driven reads, check-out the winter reading list curated by data.europa.eu . This list features six engaging reads ranging from articles to books, unveiling intriguing insights about open data, AI, data ethics, and more . High-value datasets , building data in EU Member States Discover the diverse and impactful high-value datasets shaping the EU's digital future in this comprehensive data.europa.eu data story