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The Smart City Expo World Congress 2024 is the world’s largest and most influential event dedicated to urban innovation. Held annually in Barcelona, this event brings together leaders from global companies, governments, and organisations to explore the latest advancements in smart city technologies and solutions.

This year’s congress will feature over 600 speakers, including government leaders, C-level executives, and renowned experts, who will share their insights on creating sustainable, efficient, and inclusive cities. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in high-level plenaries, thematic sessions, and interactive workshops covering key topics such as enabling technologies, energy and environment, mobility, governance and economy, living and inclusion, and infrastructure and building.

The event will also host a comprehensive expo where global companies and organisations will showcase state-of-the-art projects and smart solutions. Additionally, the Innovation Playground will offer a space for startups and immersive demos, fostering connections within the global innovation ecosystem.

Learn more about Smart City Expo World Congress

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The Data Science Conference 2024, a unique event designed for data science professionals by data science professionals. This conference stands out as a environment that ensures a focus on genuine learning and networking for Data Scientists and AI enthousiasts.

Over two days, attendees will engage with a diverse range of topics, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and data visualisation. The conference will feature insightful presentations from industry leaders, hands-on workshops, and panel discussions that delve into the latest trends and challenges in the field.

Participants will have the opportunity to connect with peers, share their experiences, and gain valuable insights from experts who are at the forefront of data science innovation. Whether you’re looking to enhance your technical skills, explore new tools and methodologies, or simply network with like-minded professionals, this event offers you many possibilities.

Learn more about Data Science Conference (DSC) Europe 2024

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Big Data Conference Europe is a four-day event that focuses on technical discussions in the areas of Big Data, High Load, Data Science, Machine Learning and AI.

The conference comprises a series of workshops and sessions, aimed at bringing together developers, IT professionals, and users, to share their experiences, discuss best practices and describe use cases and business applications related to their successes. The event is designed to educate, inform and inspire – organized by people who are passionate about Big Data and Data Exploration.

Learn more about Big Data Conference Europe 2024

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The Global Data Spaces Connect 2024 event is a premier event dedicated to advancing the field of data sharing and data spaces. Organized by the Data Intelligence Offensive (DIO) in collaboration with the International Data Spaces Association (IDSA) and the iSHARE Foundation, this event aims to bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and technology innovators.

Key themes and topics include the latest trends and technologies of data spaces, impactful use cases, policy and regulation regarding data sharing, and there are networking opportunities to connect with experts and peers from around the globe. Featured activities are keynote speeches and a moment for countries and continents to connect.

Learn more about Global Data Spaces Connect 2024

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Join us for the webinar, ‘Data Spaces: Experience from the European Health and Common Energy Data Spaces,’ on Friday, 22 November 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 CET.

This data.europa academy session will explore how the European Health Data Space (EHDS) and the Common European Energy Data Space (CEEDS) are advancing data accessibility, security, and interoperability across Europe. You’ll gain insights into the experiences, challenges, and potential of these data spaces in driving innovation within healthcare and energy sectors.

After registering, you will receive an email with the calendar invite and ClickMeeting link. This webinar is part of the data.europa academy series and will be recorded for future access.

Mark your calendars for 22 November from 10:00 to 11:30 CET, and join us for an engaging discussion on the future of data spaces!

Register

Språkteknologi er helt avgjørende for allmenn tilgjengelighet til informasjon og tjenester, samt inkludering i det digitale samfunnet. Det er et stort behov for å samle og styrke arbeidet med språkteknologi for de nordiske språkene nå som utviklingen på feltet virkelig har skutt fart.

Denne konferansen om språkteknologi for språkene i Norden har som mål å fostre samarbeid på tvers av landegrenser og språk i Norden. Både sentrale, språkpolitisk viktige aktører og et interessert publikum inviteres til å delta (politikere, de nordiske språkbankene, språkråd og språkteknologibedrifter).

Mer info om, og påmelding: https://www.ntnu.edu/norwai/sprak-og-ai-i-norden

Den 8. november arrangerer Politico et arrangement om KI på arbeidsplassen, som også kan følges digitalt. Det vil ta for seg teknologiens effekt på produktivitet og vekst, men også se på ulike slags virkninger på arbeidere, både positive og negative. Det starter kl 9 norsk tid.

Les mer og registrer deg her.

EU Disinfo Lab arrangerer et webinar om KI og desinformasjon fra et juridisk perspektiv, den 7 november kl 14:30 norsk tid. Innledere er Noémie Krack (KU Leuven Centre for IT & IP Law – imec) og Raquel Miguel Serrano (EU DisinfoLab).

Registrering her.

Dear open data enthusiasts,

Are you a student or academic looking to integrate open data into your research? Join us for an insightful workshop, ‘How to use open data for your research’ where you will discover how open data can enhance your scholarly work. This session is scheduled for Friday, 25 October 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST.

In this workshop, experts from the Open Data Institute will showcase the potential of open data, guiding participants through the steps of a recent study they conducted using open data, and presenting their findings. Additionally, researchers from the University of the Aegean will explore the distinction between using open data in research and researching how open data itself can drive innovation and improvements. They will also present real-world use cases that illustrate the power of open data in academic research. Lastly, there will be a hands-on assignment to provide you with practical experience in locating and using open data.

Curious to learn more? Then mark your calendars for this data.europa academy workshop, ‘How to use open data for your research,’ and join us on 25 October from 10.00 to 11.30 CEST for an interesting discussion on research and open data! Please register through the following link.

After registration, you will receive an email containing the calendar invite and the ClickMeeting link. The session will be recorded and made available as part of the course, ‘Introducing open data.’

This workshop is open to everyone and tailored for academics and students, meaning that all open data enthusiasts who want to enrich their academic activities are invited to join. Feel free to share this event with your network.

We hope to see you soon!

Best regards,
data.europa.eu team

This webinar will provide an overview of the fundamentals of open data and the complexity in terms of cybersecurity.

[event][name]Webinar ‘Safeguarding open data: cybersecurity essentials and skills for data providers’[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1729238400000[/startDate][endDate]1729243800000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Online[/location][description]Dear open data enthusiast,

On the occasion of the celebration of Cybersecurity Month, we would like to invite you to our data.europa academy webinar ‘Safeguarding open data: cybersecurity essentials and skills for data providers’ that will take place on Friday, 18 October 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST.

This webinar will provide an overview of the fundamentals of open data and the complexity in terms of cybersecurity. It will dive into the major cybersecurity risks associated with open data, such as data tampering and privacy violations, and discuss real-world examples of how things can go wrong. You will also gain insights into best practices for mitigating these risks, with practical strategies for safely sharing and using open data.

After registering through this link, you will receive an email with the calendar invite and ClickMeeting link. The session will be recorded and made available as part of the course, ‘Understanding data governance with open data.’

Mark your calendars for 18 October 2024 and join us for a valuable discussion on the future of open data and cybersecurity. Feel free to share this event with your network!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,
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Webinar-serien "One Hour with Europe", denne gangen med temaet KI og europeisk digital konkurransekraft.

[event][name]Webinar "The AI Act and the Future of European Digital Competitiveness"[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1728032400000[/startDate][endDate]1728036000000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Online[/location][description]NTNUs Brussel-kontor arrangerer den 4. oktober kl 11:00 et webinar I serien “One Hour with Europe”. Innlederen denne gang er Lucilla Sioli, direktøren for EU AI Office i Europakommisjonen, med temaet KI og europeisk digital konkurransekraft.

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EUs SEMIC Support Centre har nylig publisert et kurs "Introduction to DCAT-AP for Data Spaces". Les mer om kurset her.

-- utklipp:

Target audience

This training material is designed for people from the respective Data Spaces’ domain, with an interest or exposure to Data Spaces but without prior knowledge of semantics or data cataloguing solutions.

Learning objectives

1. Understand the concept of DCAT-AP and its role in improving data findability and reusability within Data Spaces.
2. Gain practical knowledge on applying DCAT-AP in managing Open Data.
3. Recognize the benefits of using DCAT-AP in Data Spaces.
4. Develop a technical understanding of the adoption process for DCAT-AP in Data Spaces.

Save the date for and submit your contribution to EU Open Data Days 2025 in Luxembourg! (Submission deadline for proposals: 22 October 2024)

[event][name]EU Open Data Days 2025 - From insights to impact – the power of open data[/name][allday]true[/allday][startDate]1742338800000[/startDate][endDate]1742511599999[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Luxembourg & Online[/location][description]Dear open data enthusiast,

Are you an expert in open data and related domains such as data visualisation or in areas where AI and data come together?

Take the floor at EU Open Data Days 2025, 19-20 March 2025! Share your inspiring initiatives and successful projects on how to empower EU society with data.

We welcome contributors from all over the world and from all sectors: international, EU and national public organisations, research and academia, the private sector, journalists and data visualisation experts.

We invite speakers from inspiring projects that showcase the impact of using open data in innovative and engaging ways, to help shape an exciting conference programme.

Projects should demonstrate how reusing open data can have a practical impact on the EU and beyond, building a stronger community, serving citizens, improving lives and supporting forward-looking business models.

Please submit your proposal by 22 October 2024! Find all information here.

Thank you and have a great day!

Kind regards,
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This month’s webinar, as part of the DSSC Insight series, will focus on standardisation in data spaces.

[event][name]DSSC Insight Series: Standardisation in data spaces[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1727359200000[/startDate][endDate]1727364600000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Online[/location][description]From the Data Spaces Support Centre dssc.eu:

This month’s webinar will focus on Standardisation in Data Spaces.

We’ll kick off with an overview of the current standardisation framework in data spaces, followed by key milestones achieved by the Data Spaces Support Centre (DSSC) in aligning with global standardisation organisations like CEN/CENELEC and W3C.

Agenda:
Introduction: Gianfranco Cecconi, Executive Director, DSSC
DSSC & Standardisation: Clara Pezuela (FIWARE Foundation) & Savvas Rogotis (BDVA)
The Data Spaces Protocol: Anil Turkmayali (International Data Spaces Association)
Q&A

Don't miss this opportunity to dive into the future of standardisation in data spaces!
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Are you interested in learning how global open data practices are driving innovation, transparency, and enhancing public services outside Europe? Join this webinar!

[event][name]Webinar ‘Beyond Europe: global perspectives on open data excellence’[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1726833600000[/startDate][endDate]1726837200000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Webinar[/location][description]Dear open data enthusiast,

Are you interested in learning how global open data practices are driving innovation, transparency, and enhancing public services outside Europe? Join our upcoming data.europa academy webinar ‘Beyond Europe: global perspectives on open data excellence’ and gain valuable insights into successful international open data initiatives. This webinar will take place on Friday, 20 September 2024, from 14:00 to 15:00 CEST.

In this session, experts from The Global Data Barometer and The World Bank will share their perspectives on how open data can be used to address pressing global challenges. You will learn about the Global Data Barometer’s innovative tool, which assesses how countries around the world govern, release, and use data for the public good, focusing on areas such as climate action, health, and public finance. The World Bank will also provide insights on their open data initiatives and how they contribute to driving transparency and supporting public services on a global scale.

After registering, you will receive an email containing the calendar invite and the ClickMeeting link. The session will be recorded and made available as part of the course ‘Measuring the impact of open data.’

Curious to learn more? Mark your calendar for 20 September 2024, from 14:00 to 15:00 CEST, and join us for an insightful discussion on global open data practices and tools beyond Europe. Feel free to share this event with your network.

We hope to see you there!

Best regards,
data.europa.eu team[/description][mandatory]false[/mandatory][/event]

Are you interested in exploring how geospatial digital twins can shape the future of data in Europe? Join this webinar!

[event][name]Webinar ‘Emerging geospatial trends 2024: opportunities for data.europa.eu in the era of digital twins’[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1726214400000[/startDate][endDate]1726219800000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Webinar[/location][description]Dear open data enthusiast,

Are you interested in exploring how geospatial digital twins can shape the future of data in Europe? Join our webinar, ‘Emerging geospatial trends 2024: opportunities for data.europa.eu in the era of digital twins,’ and gain insights into this transformative trend and its potential for data.europa.eu. This data.europa academy webinar will take place on Friday, 13 September 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST.

During the webinar, you will gain an understanding of geospatial digital twins and learn about relevant examples that illustrate their applications. We will also explore the relevance of these digital twins for data.europa.eu, opening up a discussion on how the platform might leverage this emerging technology to support new ways of sharing and using geospatial data.

After registering, you will receive an email containing the calendar invite and the ClickMeeting link. The session will be recorded and made available as part of the course ‘Incorporating open data into your application’

Curious to learn more? Mark your calendars for 13 September 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST, and join us for an informative discussion on the emerging geospatial trends and the opportunities they bring for data.europa.eu! Feel free to share this event with your network.

We hope to see you there!

Best regards,
data.europa.eu team[/description][mandatory]false[/mandatory][/event]

For de av dere som ikke er på ferie da, her er et arrangement i regi av data.europa academy.

[event][name]Panel discussion 'Data controllership and anonymisation'[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1720771200000[/startDate][endDate]1720776600000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location][/location][description]Dear open data enthusiast,

Are you interested in exploring the nuances of being a data controller in today's data-driven world? Join our upcoming panel discussion, 'Data controllership and anonymisation,’ and gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of data privacy and governance. This event will take place on Friday, 12 July, from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST.

Would you like to understand the link between non-personal and personal data and how it affects open data sharing? Are you interested in learning about the recent legal and policy discussions around European data protection law? This panel discussion will explore these questions, including how nonpersonal data can be reclassified as personal data, how controllership and joint controllership are assessed today, and the impacts on open data sharing. Learn from two experts on navigating these complex issues, followed by a Q&A session.

After registering, you will receive an email with the calendar invite and the ClickMeeting link. Please note that this session will be recorded and added to the course ‘Understanding data governance with open data.’

This panel discussion is open to all data governance enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge. Feel free to share this event with your network.

We hope to see you soon!

Best regards,
data.europa.eu team[/description][mandatory]false[/mandatory][/event]

“Trustworthy Governance with AI?”, two topics will be at the heart of the conversation. Firstly, what are the emerging capabilities, use cases, and best practices enabling innovation that could contribute to improved governance with AI? Secondly, what concerns are being raised regarding these advancements in areas such as data, algorithms, privacy, security, fairness, and potential risks?

[event][name]Data for Policy 2024 – Decoding the Future: Trustworthy Governance with AI?[/name][allday]true[/allday][startDate]1720476000000[/startDate][endDate]1720735199999[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]London[/location][description]The 2024 edition of Data for Policy, in collaboration with Imperial College London and Cambridge University Press, focuses on the future of governance and decision-making with AI. With the overarching theme of the event being “Trustworthy Governance with AI?”, two topics will be at the heart of the conversation. Firstly, what are the emerging capabilities, use cases, and best practices enabling innovation that could contribute to improved governance with AI? Secondly, what concerns are being raised regarding these advancements in areas such as data, algorithms, privacy, security, fairness, and potential risks?

Researchers, practitioners, and policymakers are welcomed to the event, to chart a path towards more trustworthy decision-making and governance with the transformative potential of AI. In a world where AI-powered technologies are becoming integral to critical decision-making processes, it is time to chart a new course.

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This webinar will highlight the progress and success of open data initiatives in economic, governmental, social, and environmental spheres.

[event][name]Stories from the Use Case Observatory - Volume 2[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1719561600000[/startDate][endDate]1719567000000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Online[/location][description]Are you interested in exploring the potential of open data reuse? Join our webinar, ‘Stories from the Use Case Observatory - Volume 2’, to delve into the impact of open data across various sectors. This event will showcase key insights from the second volume of the Use Case Observatory, which tracks reuse cases over three years.

Scheduled for 28 June from 10:00 to 11:30 CET, this webinar will highlight the progress and success of open data initiatives in economic, governmental, social, and environmental spheres. Additionally, two guest speakers will present their use cases, offering firsthand insights into the practical benefits and challenges of open data reuse.

Curious to learn more? Mark your calendars for 28 June from 10:00 to 11:30 CET and join us for an informative discussion on the transformative potential of open data!

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This webinar will uncover how the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction has implemented a data-sharing strategy to reinvent their reporting, introducing more interactive and compelling visualisations.

[event][name]The European Drug Report: using an open data approach to improve data visualisation[/name][allday]false[/allday][startDate]1718956800000[/startDate][endDate]1718962200000[/endDate][reminders][][/reminders][location]Online[/location][description]Are you looking to enhance your data visualisation skills and improve your reports? Join our webinar, ‘The European Drug Report: using an open data approach to improve data visualisation,’ and learn from the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction's latest experiences and insights.

Scheduled for 21 June 2024 from 10:00 to 11:30 CET, this webinar will uncover how the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction has implemented a data-sharing strategy to reinvent their reporting, introducing more interactive and compelling visualisations. Learn about the challenges and opportunities they faced throughout the process of becoming a more data-driven organisation. Additionally, it will explore examples of how other stakeholders, such as journalists, have reused this data.

You will get inspired by experts who have changed the way they communicate data and translate it into compelling insights for their audiences. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to interact and exchange ideas on data sharing and visualisation practices based on your experiences.

Curious to learn more? Mark your calendars for 21 June 2024 from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST and join us for an engaging discussion on using open data to improve data visualisation!

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