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Digital platforms targeted in UK Smart Data scheme under new proposal

( July 28, 2025, 15:13 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Online platforms could face new duties to give users real-time access to personal data, under a Smart Data scheme proposed today by the UK government in a consultation. The move would extend data-portability rights beyond existing regimes in banking and energy, using powers in the recently enacted Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. The government said the scheme could address market concentration and poor consumer control. Responses are due by Sept. 15.Statement follows. Document attached....

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