Reflecting on the Data Spaces Symposium 2024: Insights from the Data Monetization Session
On March 12th, 2024, during the first day of the highly anticipated Data Spaces Symposium, a compelling session on Data Monetization took center stage. This session, held as part of BDVA’s DataWeek 2024 activities, brought together six Horizon Europe projects—UPCAST, FAME, DATAMITE, PISTIS, EnrichMyData, and Graph-Massivizer—to share their groundbreaking insights on the complex landscape of data monetization and its critical role in data spaces.
The session, aptly titled “Navigating the Future of Data Monetization: Insights from Horizon Europe Projects,” was hosted in room Chromium at the Darmstadtium and ran from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. It offered attendees an in-depth look into how these projects are contributing to the evolution of data spaces and how they are tackling the challenges associated with transforming data into valuable economic assets and products.
Unpacking the Dialogue on Data Monetization
The session was marked by a comprehensive and engaging dialogue that unraveled the value, challenges, and innovative approaches tied to data monetization. The discussion highlighted how data, when properly harnessed and managed, can be transformed into economic assets that drive both business innovation and societal benefits.
Expert Insights and Multifaceted Perspectives
The panel featured a distinguished line-up of experts who explored the multifaceted dimensions of data monetization:
- Richard Lloyd Stevens
- Luis Daniel Ibáñez
- Liliana Beltran
- Antonio Sottosanti
- Mihnea Tufis
- Sebastian Schmidt
- Fernando Perales (Ph.D., MBA)
Each expert brought a unique perspective to the table, offering attendees valuable insights into the practical and theoretical aspects of monetizing data within the framework of the Horizon Europe projects.
A Collaborative Effort Toward the Future
The collaborative effort of these six projects underlined the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and cross-sector partnerships in advancing data monetization strategies. The discussions reflected a collective commitment to not only understanding but also overcoming the challenges inherent in data monetization, such as ensuring data privacy, achieving interoperability, and creating fair and transparent economic models.
Continuing the Conversation
For those who missed the session, the discussions and insights shared provided a strong foundation for ongoing conversations around data monetization and its future in the context of data spaces. The symposium and the session, in particular, underscored the need for continued collaboration and innovation to fully realize the economic potential of data in the digital age.
As Data Week 2024 continues, the insights from this session will undoubtedly contribute to shaping the future of data spaces and data monetization. The event demonstrated that with the right expertise and collaborative spirit, the challenges of transforming data into economic products can be effectively addressed, paving the way for a more data-driven economy.
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