Newsletter - January 2024

After the two engaging sessions on AI data ownership and AI ethics, our final data.europa academy panel discussion will explore the new AI Act and its implications. Excited to uncover how it will shape the AI landscape in Europe? Join us on 2 February from 10.00 to 11.30 CET for an interesting discussion about AI and the EU's regulatory approach.

Mark your calendars for our data.europa academy webinar on the 2023 Open Data Maturity Report, taking place on 16 February from 10.00 to 11.30 CET. This webinar will showcase the results of 35 European countries and explore national approaches, as well as best practices in open data across the policy, impact, portal and quality dimensions.

Unlock the potential of open data reuse in our upcoming webinar! Building on our recent data.europa.eu paper, this webinar will delve into opportunities for creating additional value with public sector open data and diverse business models based on public data resources. Join us on 1 March from 10.00 to 11.00 CET for this interactive session. 

Curious to understand how open data addresses cyber disinformation? Read our recently published data story on cyber disinformation in the EU and its effects. Learn how open data combats AI-facilitated misinformation, employing tools like Covid Fake News Detection to empower citizens.

What role does open data play in the European Drug Report, an annual publication on the drug landscape in Europe? Dive into our data story featuring an interview with the EMCDDA to learn more about the process behind the report's digital-first approach and the role of open data in this year's publication.

As of 1 January, the presidency of the Council of the EU has transitioned from Spain to Belgium. In our latest data story, we take a closer look back at the Spanish presidency, delving into the four priorities they focused on from July to December 2023.

Before diving into the 2024 initiatives at data.europa.eu, take a moment to rediscover our standout publications and academy highlights from 2023. Keep an eye out for what's to come this year, as we continue to release insightful content on open data. 

On the occasion of the International Day of Education, discover our data story focused on digital literacy among Europeans. Revisit our data.europa.academy webinar on digital skills and explore the pivotal role of education for peace and development in our latest news piece.