Digitaal Vlaanderen Risk Report

⚖️ legal & regulatory

In recent months, the Flemish government has been proactive in securing digital identity infrastructure and compliance. By ensuring access to efficient digital identification systems, it demonstrates a commitment to regulatory compliance and the enhancement of data security. The government's initiative reflects a strategic approach to regulatory compliance, especially in the context of public sector identification and digital security.

• The Flemish government secured free access to the itsme digital ID app for public sector use 🗓 January 29, 2025.
• In response to increasing European regulations, Paradigm has been appointed as the competent regional authority under the European Commission's Interoperable Europe Act 🗓 January 15, 2025.

🏗️ operational & business continuity

Operational challenges were highlighted by a security breach that temporarily affected services in Brussels. This underscores the importance of cybersecurity measures to ensure uninterrupted business operations. The impact mainly revolved around resource allocation and the ability to handle unforeseen cyberattacks effectively.

• A cyberattack temporarily shut down the Brussels Muntpunt library 🗓 February 20, 2025, pointing to vulnerabilities in IT infrastructure.

📜 innovation & r&d

Innovation drives have focused on sustainable technologies and mobility, showcasing the region's commitment to future-forward R&D. These efforts aim to promote long-term economic and environmental sustainability, preparing Flanders for shifts in technological and consumer landscapes.

• Flanders conducted a GIS-based agrivoltaics site suitability analysis to boost renewable energy installation in urbanized landscapes 🗓 February 2, 2025.
• Sustainable mobility took center stage with a campaign aimed at shifting consumer behaviors towards greener transportation methods in Flanders 🗓 May 5, 2025.