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User-Owned Data

Definition

User-owned data signifies information that individuals control and possess rights over, rather than a centralized entity. This concept promotes data sovereignty, allowing users to manage who accesses, uses, and monetizes their personal information. It contrasts with traditional models where platforms often retain extensive control and ownership of user-generated content and activity data. Technologies like blockchain and decentralized identifiers are being developed to facilitate genuine user ownership and control over digital data.