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Cities are increasingly relying on data to design policies, monitor progress and improve public services. In Cluj-Napoca, Romania, data already plays an important role in areas such as sustainable mobility, energy efficiency, environmental monitoring and climate action. The DS2 project offers an opportunity to strengthen the local digital ecosystem by exploring the concept of data spaces and by testing new approaches for secure and trusted data sharing. Through the DS2 projec

Cluj-Napoca (Romania) is one of the 100 European cities selected under the EU Mission for Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities. Achieving climate neutrality by 2030 requires informed decisions, close collaboration among stakeholders and, most importantly, access to reliable and interoperable data. The municipality already collects and manages significant amounts of data related to mobility, energy, environment, public services and urban planning. However, these datasets are often

Smart cities are built on more than technology. They are built on data. Every day, cities generate vast amounts of information, from traffic and public transport to energy consumption, air quality and public services. When this data is managed effectively, it becomes a powerful resource for improving urban life. However, data alone has limited value. To support better decision-making, it needs to be organised, shared and transformed into practical solutions. This is where dat

In modern dataspaces, data from disparate sources often remains siloed, requiring manual curation, format conversion, and complex programming to extract meaningful insights. Organizations need a practical way to query federated data sources without understanding database schemas, SQL syntax, or data format differences. This is where the DS2 CUR module comes in. What is CUR? CUR (Data Curation) is a DS2 module that enables automatic curation and federation of data through mach

In modern dataspaces, accessing and using data from providers should be straightforward, but technical barriers often prevent non-technical users from taking full advantage of available data. Data consumers face challenges in composing complex REST calls with specific parameter formatting requirements, and retrieved data may not match their expected schema or format. This is where the DS2 RET (Data Retrieval) module comes in. What is RET? RET is an intelligent data retrieval

Sharing data effectively is not a technical challenge, it’s a socio-technical challenge that requires blending human trust, legal frameworks, and digital architecture. Over the years, the drive to securely and fairly share data among organizations and individuals has led to the creation of several distinct inter-organisational data sharing models. Below is presented the current data economy landscape, the pros and cons, and why one model is rising to the top. Data Trusts act

In modern dataspaces, data sharing is no longer about connecting systems, it’s about trust, transparency and control. As organizations increase within dataspaces, providers and consumers need better insight into what data is flowing, how much is being exchanged, and weather those exchanges remain complaint over time. This is where DS2 DSHARE comes in. What is DSHARE? DSHARE is a module designed to give both consumers and providers a clear, user oriented view of ongoing and h

The Municipality of Murska Sobota , in cooperation with the research center ITC Murska Sobota , is participating in the DS2 project,...

The ability for different sectors to share information seamlessly and efficiently is more crucial than ever. Data sharing can unlock new...

Uncover the pivotal role of data residency in the interconnected realms of data spaces. Learn how projects like DS2 revolutionize compliant

In an increasingly interconnected world, the ability to share data seamlessly across borders and industries has become paramount. Europe,...

In the midst of freezing temperatures, the city of Helsinki hosted the DS2 kick-off meeting from January 16th to 17th, 2024. This...