Tangible Data – Guest Speaker at EU Open Data Days 2025

The EU Open Data Days 2025 will spotlight innovative uses of open data, including Tangible Data’s session on transforming datasets into physical narratives, alongside diverse experts driving collaboration and global impact.

The EU Open Data Days 2025, to be held on March 19-20 at the European Convention Centre in Luxembourg and online, will bring together innovators, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to celebrate the transformative power of open data. Among the standout presentations will be Tangible Data’s session, organized with the support of the EU Publications Office,, titled “Tangible data, tangible future – how open data helps create new narratives,” led by Antonio Moneo, founder and CEO of Tangible Data.

Antonio Moneo’s presentation will discuss how physical data sculptures turn complex datasets into accessible and engaging experiences. Highlighting case studies on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data visualizations, Moneo will showcase how Tangible Data bridges the digital divide and fosters critical thinking. The innovative approach of transforming datasets into tangible art will underscore the potential of open data to drive meaningful conversations and inform decision-making in underserved communities.

Spotlight on Other Participants

The EU Open Data Days will feature a diverse array of sessions, each offering unique insights into the open data ecosystem:

Day 1 Speakers

1. Hilde Hardeman – Director-General, Publications Office of the European Union.

   Talk: Welcome speech.

2. Milda Aksamitauskas – Fulbright Scholar, University of Wisconsin – Madison.
   Talk: Practical guide to inventorying and opening public sector data.

3. Bastiaan van Loenen – Scientific Coordinator, Delft University of Technology.

   Talk: Developing sustainable open data ecosystems.

4. Anastasija Nikiforova – Assistant Professor, University of Tartu.
   Talk: AI as a catalyst for open government data ecosystems.

5. Lars Hols Nielsen – Head of Open Science Infrastructure, CERN.
   Talk: EU Open Research Repository on Zenodo.

6. Maroš Šefčovič – Executive Vice President, European Commission.
   Talk: Coming soon.

7. Georges Lobo & Pavlina Fragkou – European Commission.
   Talk: Enhancing interoperable data sharing in Europe.

8. Barbara Šlibar – Teaching Assistant, University of Zagreb.
   Talk: Metadata quality in open datasets.

9. Luis Moßburger – Product Owner, Bavarian Agency for Digital Affairs.
   Talk: Transforming open data for interoperability and engagement.

Day 2 Speakers

1. Stefaan Verhulst – Co-Founder, The GovLab and The DataTank.
   Talk: Combining open data and AI for social impact.

2. Kjersti Steien – Senior Advisor, Norwegian Digitalisation Agency.
   Talk: Improving data discovery with AI.

3. Sam Hawkins – Data Programme Director, Ember, UK.
   Talk: Open data for a clean, flexible power system.

4. Marika Eik – Data Scientist, Mainor AS.
   Talk: Leveraging urban data for sustainability.

5. Raphael Kergueno – Senior Policy Officer, Transparency International EU.
   Talk: Transparency and accountability via open data.

6. Kate Larkin – Head of Secretariat, EMODnet.
   Talk: Advancing marine knowledge for EU policies.

7. Jan Willem Tulp – Datavizioneer, TULP Interactive.
   Talk: How visual design shapes data perception.

8. Davide Taibi – Senior Researcher, National Research Council of Italy.
   Talk: Data and AI literacy in education.

9. Nadieh Bremer – Founder, Visual Cinnamon.
   Talk: Visualising networks and narratives through data.

10. Antonio Moneo – Founder, Tangible Data.
    Talk: Open data and new narratives for sustainability.

11. Andreas Refsgaard – Digital Artist.
    Talk: Creative explorations with algorithms and data.

A Collaborative Vision for Open Data

The event’s theme, “From insights to impact – the power of open data,” will be evident in every session. Tangible Data’s participation will add a creative dimension to the discussions, emphasizing how physical representations of data can bridge gaps in understanding and engagement. Other speakers will bring their expertise in AI, governance, visualization, and interoperability, painting a comprehensive picture of the current and future potential of open data. Among them, Stefaan Verhulst, Co-Founder of The GovLab at New York University, is set to deliver a keynote on the fourth wave of open data, combining artificial intelligence and open data to create impactful social solutions.

As the EU Open Data Days conclude, it will be clear that the event fostered not only knowledge sharing but also collaboration among diverse stakeholders. Tangible Data’s contribution reaffirmed its role as a leader in leveraging open data for social impact and storytelling, inspiring attendees to think beyond digital platforms and embrace innovative ways to connect with their audiences.

Looking Ahead

The EU Open Data Days 2025 will mark another milestone for Tangible Data and its mission to make data truly tangible. By collaborating with thought leaders and practitioners in the open data community, Tangible Data will continue to push the boundaries of how we visualize, communicate, and act on information.