EU Data Act cloud switching provisions – what do they mean for different parties and what are the sticking points?
Chris Jeffery looks at the key issues for cloud service providers and their customers under the EU Data Act.
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EU Data Act – understanding the issues
The EU Data Act aims to unlock access for those that help generate it in relation to connected devices and related services. It also imposes new requirements to facilitate cloud service switching. The legislation throws up significant complexities for those in scope which the European Commission has attempted to address through its FAQs , Standard Contractual Clauses for cloud switching, and Model Contractual Terms for data sharing. But do these really deal adequately with the issues and tensions? We take a look and provide some practical compliance points.
The EU Data Act SCCs: promise and pitfalls in cloud switching compliance
Mike Vallance examines the EC's Data Act cloud switching SCCs and provides practical guidance on approaching cloud switching clauses.
MoreThe EU Data Act in practice: understanding and applying the Model Contractual Terms
Axel von dem Bussche analyses the EC's draft MCTs - designed to help draft data sharing agreements in line with Data Act requirements.
MoreEU Data Act FAQs – What’s new and what’s next?
Erik Steiner looks at Data Act FAQs from clients and at what the EC FAQs have to say.
MoreThe EU Data Act: a strategic analysis for businesses
Alexander Schmalenberger looks at some of the tensions between the Data Act and EU competition and contract law.
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Tim de Klerck and Solange Baris give practical tips on how to comply with the Data Act sharing provisions while protecting confidential information and trade secrets.
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Alexander Schmalenberger summarises the key provisions of the EU Data Act into a handy table
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Mike Vallance looks at synergies and differences between Data Act and GDPR compliance.
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EU Data Act cloud switching provisions – what do they mean for different parties and what are the sticking points?
Chris Jeffery looks at the key issues for cloud service providers and their customers under the EU Data Act.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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Protecting trade secrets under the EU Data Act: navigating the tension between data sharing and confidentiality
Tim de Klerck and Solange Baris give practical tips on how to comply with the Data Act sharing provisions while protecting confidential information and trade secrets.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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EU Data Act FAQs – What’s new and what’s next?
Erik Steiner looks at Data Act FAQs from clients and at what the EC FAQs have to say.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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The EU Data Act: a strategic analysis for businesses
Alexander Schmalenberger looks at some of the tensions between the Data Act and EU competition and contract law.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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EU Data Act on a page
Alexander Schmalenberger summarises the key provisions of the EU Data Act into a handy table
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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EU Data Act step plan
A high-level guide to preparing for compliance.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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The EU Data Act SCCs: promise and pitfalls in cloud switching compliance
Mike Vallance examines the EC's Data Act cloud switching SCCs and provides practical guidance on approaching cloud switching clauses.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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The EU Data Act in practice: understanding and applying the Model Contractual Terms
Axel von dem Bussche analyses the EC's draft MCTs - designed to help draft data sharing agreements in line with Data Act requirements.
6 November 2025
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Global Data Hub - EU case digest
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Age verification methods: navigating the twin challenges of the GDPR and the Digital Services Act
Jessica Stein looks at how to meet requirements of the GDPR and DSA when protecting minors online.
13 October 2025
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