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Publication 16 May 2025 · Germany

Chapter 1 - Introduction to the Data Act

The Data Act: Rights, obligations and opportunities for companies at a glance

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Our video series "The Data Act unlocked" concisely explains the most important provisions of the new EU Data Act. The series sheds light on how IoT data are allowed to be used in the future, what rights users and companies have and what is changing with cloud services.

It highlights the requirements which apply to data contracts and how companies should prepare. Of particular note: The Data Act does not only set out obligations. It also offers new opportunities for innovation and growth. Start now with Chapter 1 and find out what's in store for your company!

Introduction – What is the Data Act? | Data Act Unlocked

What does the Data Act regulate – and why is it so important for the data economy in Europe? The introduction to our video series provides an initial overview of the new EU Data Act, its objectives and the topics that we will be examining in a concise and practical way in the forthcoming episodes.

Overview of the Data Act | Data Act Unlocked

This episode provides an overview of the content of the Data Act and its four pillars. It also explains the scope of the Data Act, i.e. how it will have an impact and who it will have an impact on.

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