X-Road 8 “Spaceship”: From launch pad to data spaces with the help of the EDC

This talk, presented by Petteri Kivimäki from the Nordic Institute for Interoperability Solutions, explores the evolution of X-Road into a data space-ready platform utilizing Eclipse Dataspace Components. It discusses the transition of X-Road from a decentralized data exchange layer to a standardized architecture that enhances interoperability across various data ecosystems. The session focuses on introducing a layered model of trust, control, and data planes, which leverages shared standards for better integration while maintaining backward compatibility with existing deployments. By integrating with EDC, X-Road aims to streamline protocol implementation and align with ongoing standardization efforts, facilitating scalable and interoperable data exchanges within heterogeneous infrastructures.