Newsletter - October 2024

Are you ready to safeguard open data against cyber threats? Join our webinar during Cybersecurity Awareness Month to learn about the essentials of open data and cybersecurity. Understand the essential digital skills and best practices to protect your data while maintaining accessibility. Click to secure your spot and enhance your cybersecurity toolkit!

Are you eager to become a data-driven researcher? Learn about the fascinating world of open data and how it can enhance your research skills. Originally designed for students and academics, this workshop welcomes anyone interested in learning how to use open data from  data.europa.eu to drive knowledge and innovation. Join us on 25 October from 10:00 to 11:30 CET and revisit the highlights of our last workshop.

Read the latest insights into the connections between open government data, open science, and education. Our new report Open data needs for researchers and academics introduces three key personas in research and academia: the climate change researcher, the data journalism lecturer, and the open data officer. Gain valuable understanding of their roles and needs in the world of open data.

Explore our pilot study on high-value datasets (HVDs) in the EU. Conducted between April and May 2024, the study assesses the metadata findability and standardisation across Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, and Finland. Featuring key findings and actionable recommendations, this report highlights how Member States can enhance dataset accessibility and interoperability in line with the HVD Implementing Regulation.

Explore the European Health Data Space (EHDS), a groundbreaking initiative designed to reshape healthcare data across the EU. EHDS will streamline data sharing for improved medical research, treatment, and cross-border care. Discover how HealthData@EU and MyHealth@EU will drive innovation while safeguarding privacy and security.

Explore the 'Country Insights' section on data.europa.eu to discover how open data is transforming public administration across Europe. This section highlights success stories, detailed country profiles, and valuable resources, including performance factsheets, in-depth blogs, real-world use cases, and key reports. Learn more about how EU countries are driving progress and fostering collaboration through open data.

Europe is shifting towards digital-ready policymaking. Following the SEMIC conference on 27 June, explore how future-proof policies can enhance interoperability and leverage open data. Key components include the ‘Once-only principle and reuse of data’ and ‘Digital-ready drafting.’ Read our latest report for insights into making policies seamless and digital-by-default, with over 1.7 million datasets available on data.europa.eu to support this transformation.

Starting in 2024, the EU's Digital Product Passport (DPP) will revolutionise product transparency. As part of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, the DPP will provide detailed information on product origins, materials, and environmental impact. Read our latest update to learn how this initiative will enhance sustainability and align with open data principles, fostering a more transparent and responsible marketplace.