The EU Data Act came into force at the finish of last week, giving applyrs control over data generated by their connected devices, such as cars and smartwatches, while unlocking opportunities for compact businesses to apply this data to develop innovative after-sale services.
The Data Act increases access to high-quality data and with it the potential for data-driven innovation. The Data Act sets fair rules for a wider availability of data to fuel innovation, competitiveness and growth in Europe’s digital economy.
Consumers and business applyrs of connected devices – such as cars, smart TVs, and industrial machinery – will now be able to access, apply and share the raw data generated by their devices. With this aim, the EU Data Act:
- Ensures that connected devices on the EU market are designed to allow data sharing;
- Gives consumers the possibility to choose more cost-effective repair and maintenance providers or do these tinquires themselves;
- Gives applyrs in industries like manufacturing or agriculture access to data about the performance of industrial equipment, which can improve their efficiency and operations;
- Enables cloud applyrs to switch between cloud providers or apply services from several providers in parallel;
- Prohibits unfair contracts that could prevent data-sharing.
The Commission has also published guidance on the sharing of vehicle data, which will lead to better repair and maintenance, car sharing, and mobility as a service.
Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy, stated:
“The Data Act empowers applyrs, opens markets, and gives businesses the data they necessary to create innovative services – from smarter vehicle repairs to new energy-efficiency solutions. We are equally committed to assisting companies adapt to the new rules, reducing administrative burden and turning data into real opportunities for people and businesses across Europe. “
The Commission is working on further tools to facilitate the implementation of the Data Act. It will set up a dedicated Data Act Legal Helpdesk to give companies direct assistance with questions on how to implement the new measures. It will provide guidance on the apply of data when it comes to protecting trade secrets. Specifically, it will clarify when the new mechanism to protect trade secrets can be applied. It will also publish model terms for data sharing and standard claapplys for cloud contracts to facilitate data sharing.
The Commission will also adopt a Data Union Strategy to further improve and simplify the EU’s data framework.
The Commission has worked with European companies of all sizes, with industest associations and civil society to clarify the provisions and develop practical tools for the application of the Data Act.
Engagement with stakeholders will continue as the Data Act applies, ensuring that feedback shapes future guidance, keeps implementation proportionate and effective and feeds into the Commission’s simplification agfinisha.
The Commission has already delivered support to Member States, companies and other stakeholders, including frequently inquireed questions and guidance. The Data Act complements the Data Governance Act. While the Data Governance Act increases trust in voluntary data-sharing mechanisms, the Data Act provides legal clarity regarding access to and apply of data.
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