Harnessing the power of data

A dynamic and data-driven economy is key for the digital transition and necessary for the future of the European economy. Data use and re-use drives innovation, grows the economy and creates jobs, but only if we protect and encourage its flow. Watch Jeremy Rollison (Microsoft), Issue Lead, Data Act, AmCham EU, explain how, together, we can build the best Data Actand unlock the potential of Europe's data-driven economy and read more in our latest position paper.  

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22 Nov 2022
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A dynamic and data-driven economy is key for the digital transition and necessary for the future of the European economy. Data use and re-use drives innovation, grows the economy and creates jobs, but only if we protect and encourage its flow. Watch Jeremy Rollison (Microsoft), Issue Lead, Data Act, AmCham EU, explain how, together, we can build the best Data Actand unlock the potential of Europe's data-driven economy and read more in our latest position paper.  

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