Tech

Data Act 2025: Whose data will it be in the future?

Smart machines, vehicles, and devices generate valuable data. That data is worth gold. But after 12 September 2025—the day the European Data Act enters into force—the question is: who will then own this data?

This new law fundamentally changes the playing field for data ownership and access. Do you use smart products? Or do you supply them to clients? Then your legal position is about to shift. And possibly your entire business model. Time to take action.

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New EU rules change product liability: the risks for your company

The European legislator is ushering product liability rules into the digital age. With the new Di-rective (EU) 2024/2853, which replaces the old product liability directive, software, AI, and da-ta-driven products now also fall under the liability regime. This means that product liability is no longer limited to physical goods, with direct consequences for manufacturers, developers, and companies deploying smart technology.