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Legal Data Space joins Gaia-X to strengthen the legal layer of data spaces
Legal Data Space provides the legal layer for data spaces through three services: governance, compliance, and smart contracts. It turns the legal terms behind data sharing into machine-readable and enforceable rules, so participants can share data knowing that the rules are clear and travel with it. Recognised by ARCEP as a data intermediary, LDS also works with legal and accounting professional bodies to connect regulated professions to European data infrastructure. By joining Gaia-X, Legal Data Space brings its expertise in governance, compliance, and smart contracts to a community working to build trusted and interoperable data spaces. Ulrich Ahle, CEO of Gaia-X, said: “Legal Data Space brings practical expertise on the legal side of data sharing. Their work on governance, compliance, and smart contracts will be a valuable addition to the Gaia-X community.” Martin Bussy, Co-founder of Legal Data Space, said: “We are delighted to join the Gaia-X community.