Governance Mechanisms for Open Tech Platforms

On 28 January, CERRE will present its issue paper on “Governance Mechanisms for Open Tech Platforms”, in the presence of MEP Aura Salla. Authored by Zach Meyers, this paper examines the technical and legal implications associated with the data portability and vertical interoperability provisions of the Digital Markets Act (DMA)- in particular, how these contestability-enhancing tools interact with user privacy, security, and commercial innovation.

In this respect, the paper explores the principles behind open governance, its risks, benefits, and the practicalities of its implementation. It considers how open governance might facilitate an effective and proportionate opening of the big tech platforms, in light of the interoperability and data portability provisions of the DMA.

Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss how positive conduct obligations under the DMA can be operationalised through robust open governance mechanisms. This breakfast roundtable will take place under Chatham House Rule.

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