International Data Spaces Association (IDSA)

Not just one model, but many! The concept of data spaces is transformative: a distributed ecosystem enabling secure and sovereign #DataSharing among participants. However, the question of business models for #DataSpaces remains complex and fascinating. Here’s why this matters and where the community’s focus could lead to essential outcomes ⬇️

Make data sharing as simple as plugging into a power outlet. This is the vision behind creating a global standard for #DataSpaces. In an interview with Lars Nagel and John Blankendaal, discover how this vision is already becoming reality through collaboration with Brainport Industries — and how major initiatives like SCSN and Catena-X are paving the way forward! Read the full story!

𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁: 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 As the year comes to a close, our work at IDSA continues at full speed. Active participation from our members is what drives our success, and our working groups are the perfect place to make an impact. While the calendar is winding down, our momentum is not. We’re already gearing up for 2025, tackling some exciting and critical initiatives: ✔️ Pushing the Dataspace Protocol forward ✔️ Advancing the IDS Reference Architecture Model 5.0 ✔️ Strengthening our standardization efforts ✔️ Enhancing the IDS Certification process ✔️ Develop the Professional Certification Program further Are you new to IDSA or considering getting involved? This is your chance to actively contribute to shaping IDS before the year wraps up. Visit our website for more details – link in the comments.

Data Spaces finally made it to German mainstream newspapers! And their potential is compared with MP3. Christoph Herr from VDMA thank you for your evangelism and bringing data spaces to extensive awareness!

The "Internet of Data" – A game changer for Europe’s economy The FAZ delves into the huge potential of Europe’s emerging "Internet of Data", where over 145 data sharing projects, tracked by IDSA's Data Spaces Radar, are setting the stage for a thriving data economy. This new technology enables decentralized access to industrial data while maintaining control for data providers, pushing innovation in areas like #PredictiveMaintenance and carbon footprint tracking. With the EU projecting €270 billion in GDP growth by 2028, the article highlights why Germany must lead in leveraging data spaces to drive economic renewal. Read more about how data spaces could redefine Europe’s industrial landscape in F.A.Z. PRO Digitalwirtschaft [in 🇩🇪] 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQn_3tT4

How do business models work in data spaces? #DataSpaces bring unique challenges when it comes to defining business models. Whose perspective are we talking about — the infrastructure provider, the data space authority, or the participants? How do we balance collaboration, sustainability, and value creation? These are some of the key questions we tackle in our new position paper, 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀. Read the paper and join the discussion: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/emS-8pJb What do you think is the biggest challenge in building sustainable business models for data spaces? Let’s discuss in the comments! 👇

Want to learn about data spaces? ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ekEUNUyz Do you want to grow your business or learn new technical skills? We, in cooperation with SQS Group, make it easy for you to get started – with the Data Space Professional Qualification Program. Our courses are built on the neutral, vendor-agnostic, and state-of-the-art IDS framework, designed to cater to all levels of expertise – from beginners to advanced professionals. Right now, you can choose between an online course or an in-person course in Spain. And the options are set to grow in 2025!

November is shaping up to be another exciting month before the winter break! Our headoffice colleagues Christoph Mertens, Mariano Blaya Andreu, Lars Nagel and Julien Adelberger will be taking the stage — whether online or in Sofia, Granada, or Berlin — to dive into data spaces, sovereign data sharing, innovative use cases, and the big question: how can we create real business value with data spaces? What events are on your calendar this month? Or are you taking the stage yourself? Let us know in the comments! https://lnkd.in/gGrCQ64A

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 Adopting data spaces isn’t just about technology — it’s about building sustainable, collaborative frameworks. Discover how these models evolve, balance public funding, and adapt to market needs. IDSA’s latest position paper "Business models for data spaces" is a must-read for anyone learning about the complexities of value creation in multi-actor ecosystems. Learn from pioneers like Mobility Data Space, Catena-X, and SCSN, exploring their unique paths to economic and societal impact. 👉 Access the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/emS-8pJb

𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄, 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 Wise words from the esteemed Noboru Koshizuka wrapped up our event perfectly. We left Vienna with a clear call to action: It’s time to drive #DataSpaces forward on the business side with full momentum. Adoption, alongside standardization, is key to making this vision a reality. Vienna, thank you! It was a pleasure collaborating with DIO - Data Intelligence Offensive and iSHARE Foundation to bring brilliant speakers like Peter Koen, Bettina Tratz-Ryan, Eline N. Lincklaen Arriëns or Ute Burkhardt to the international stage, welcoming an engaged audience, and transforming Vienna once again into a hub for data spaces. Enjoy this brief recap of the event!