Secure, interoperable data exchange for smart cities

City Dataspace connects municipalities, utilities, and local services through trusted data sharing.

About City Dataspace

City Dataspace is an open data exchange framework that allows public and private organizations to share data securely and transparently. Built on European dataspace standards (IDSA, Gaia-X), it enables interoperability and trust across digital city ecosystems.

How it Works

A simple, modular stack enabling secure discovery, authentication and data exchange.

DAPS
Authentication

Secure identity and token issuance to verify participants and policies.

Metadata Broker
Discovery

Service discovery and metadata exchange for trusted data offerings.

Connectors
City Hall · Mobility · Environment · Utilities

Lightweight connectors provide secure REST endpoints and data governance controls.

Benefits

Secure authentication (DAPS)
Trusted identities and access control
🔄 Interoperability (IDSA-based)
Standards enable cross-organisational data flows
🏙️ Local governance & data sovereignty
Control data policies at city level
⚙️ Easy integration via REST APIs
Connectors and clear APIs for rapid onboarding
🚀 Open-source, Docker-ready
Cloud-native deployment and community-driven

Join the City Dataspace and unlock the power of trusted data exchange.

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Contact

For inquiries and technical onboarding, please reach out via your local city IT contact or visit the onboarding portal.