HoC -
Bouygues Telecom
BERL, 10 June 2022
Key messages
On the Data Act
x The Data Act leads to better control on data generated with the use of connected
devices, as much for consumers as for companies. New access and portability right
improve competition in aftermarkets of such products, such as repair and maintenance.
x New data access rights cannot be granted to the benefit of the largest players defined
as gatekeepers in the Digital Markets Act. Those players do not need an access right
to get to the data, market mechanisms work for them.
x The Data Act is a true SME-instrument, foreseeing favourable conditions for SMEs to
put them at the negotiating table and enable them to develop digital solutions on the
basis of valuable data.
x The framework for business-to-government data sharing will empower public
institutions to get access to privately-held data, where absolutely needed in exceptional
situations. This mechanism will enable public authorities to formulate databased
solutions.
x The Data Act will remove barriers to accessing data, for both private and public sector
bodies. It will preserve incentives to invest in data generation by ensuring a balanced
control over the data for its creators.
x It will unlock the value of data generated by connected objects in Europe. This is one of
the key areas for innovation in the coming decades. It will clarify who can create value
from such data and under what conditions.
x It will ensure fairness in the allocation of data value among the actors in the data
economy and in their contracts. It will respect the legitimate interests of companies and
individuals that invest in data products and services. The new rules will empower
consumers and companies by giving them a say on what can be done with the data
generated by their connected products.
x The Data Act will give both individuals and businesses more control over their data.
There will be a reinforced data portability right. This means data can be copied or
transferred easily from across different services, where the data are generated through
smart objects, machines and devices.
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