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Can synthetic data help public institutions share data more safely?

Public institutions collect large amounts of data every day. This can include information related to education, employment, mobility, health or social services. When used responsibly, this data can help researchers better understand societal challenges, improve public services and support evidence-based policymaking. In Luxembourg, it is usually possible to merge these data from different institutions through…
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Beyond the hype: what SCynergy 2026 reveals about AI, data, quantum, and trust

On 14–15 April 2026, SCynergy brought together the European ecosystem around AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and quantum technologies at the Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg. Across two days of panels, keynotes and technical sessions, discussions spanned a wide spectrum – from AI adoption and startup dynamics to quantum computing, infrastructure, and sector-specific applications such as…
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Transforming data management planning: LIST data project story

Research today involves more data than ever before, and funders, such as the Luxembourg National Research Fund(FNR) and Horizon Europe, want to know how that data will be managed. This is why researchers are increasingly asked to prepare a Data Management Plan (DMP), describing how their data will be handled from start to finish. At…
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Insights from the 2026 Data Spaces Symposium

On 10–11 February 2026, the latest edition of the Data Spaces Symposium brought together the global data community in Madrid, reflecting the growing momentum of data spaces as a key pillar of the data economy. From our perspective at the Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS), with CEO Bert Verdonck and Solution Architect Dragos-Constantin Stoica present…
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Data Maturity Assessment: building data governance foundations for the Environment Agency

The Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS), has conducted a comprehensive Data Maturity Assessment in collaboration with the Luxembourg’s Environment Agency (Administration de l’environnement – AEV). The project provides AEV with an evidence-based understanding of its current data management practices and a structured foundation for the design and implementation of future data governance. So what did this assessment actually imply in practice?…
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Strengthening Europe’s Genomic Ambition with Troels Rasmussen

Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) is pleased to share that we have entered into a contract with Troels Rasmussen as an External Senior Consultant, starting 1 May, supporting the establishment of the Genome European Digital Infrastructure Consortium (Genome EDIC) and assisting Luxembourg through the next phase of its preparation and transition. The Genome EDIC will…
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The First Luxembourg Connectivity Report: A Structured View of the Ecosystem

Luxembourg’s digital ecosystem is built on infrastructure, skills and coordinated data efforts. This message resonated strongly during the 2026 MyConnectivity event at Cercle Cité, where the first Luxembourg Connectivity Report was officially launched – bringing together months of data collection, stakeholder input and technical analysis. Held in the presence of Elisabeth Margue, Minister Delegate to…
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MECO Data Cataloguing Journey: Improving Data Discoverability

Think of a library where every book is neatly catalogued – you can find what you need in seconds. That same principle applies to data. When datasets are clearly described and organised, they become easier to discover and reuse. This shared challenge brought the partners together in a collaborative effort, with Luxembourg National Data Service…
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Data Privacy Days: Reflections on AI, Data Governance, and LNDS’ Role

This year, Luxembourg hosted two Data Privacy Day events. Camille Alegre and Bert Verdonck from the Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) contributed to the Data Privacy Day conference organised by the Restena Foundation and the Digital Learning Hub in Esch-Belval, while Bert also presented at the conference organised by the Commission nationale pour la protection des…
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ISO Certification: Our New Milestone for Quality, Security, and Trust

We are happy to share that we have successfully obtained ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications. This milestone underscores our deep, long‑term commitment to quality, security, and responsible service delivery. It reflects our dedication to protecting information, handling data responsibly, and continuously improving how we manage security and privacy in support of trusted data‑driven innovation across Luxembourg and Europe. What…
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Improving public transport through improved data quality

Across the public transport ecosystem, timely and accurate data are essential for improving service quality and meeting the needs of travellers. While real-time data show what is happening on the network minute by minute, scheduled data — the official plans for how services should run each day — form the backbone of operational management. Luxembourg’s…
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LNDS Knowledge Hub: A Central Resource for Data Services and Guidance

We are excited to announce the launch of the LNDS Knowledge Hub, a centralised platform that brings together all our guidance, tools, and service information. This new resource is designed to make it easier for both our internal teams and external users to find the information they need. Built to serve you better As LNDS…
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