Working Paper on “Data Sharing” 6th December 2024
Working Paper on "Data Sharing"
The document discusses the concept of data sharing, presenting both the social and economic benefits and the associated risks to privacy and personal data protection. It analyses the main legal frameworks supporting data sharing and typical threats, such as lack of transparency, inappropriate legal bases or difficulties in ensuring data security. It pays particular attention to the role of privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) and modern collaboration models that reduce the need for direct data transfer. The final section presents practical recommendations for controllers, legislators, technology providers, the scientific community and supervisory authorities.