The International Data Reserve Governing
Bodies
The International Data Reserve (IDR) operates under a governance framework designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical stewardship in the Data Value Ecosystem. At the heart of this structure are key committees, each responsible for guiding specific aspects of the ecosystem's operations. These committees collectively ensure that data ownership, technology standards, and ethical considerations are integrated into the strategic direction of the IDR. Together, they uphold the organization’s mission to promote trust, fairness, and progress within the data economy
The General Assembly
The General Assembly is the highest decision-making body within the International Data Reserve. It comprises key stakeholders, including founders and members, ensuring broad representation and diverse perspectives.
The General Assembly convenes annually to review the reports, elect the Supervision Board and Committees, and make decisions on changes to the Rulebook. This body is essential in maintaining transparency, accountability, and operational oversight, ensuring that the directions taken by the Members align with IDR's mission.
The General Assembly holds special hearing sessions open to society representatives to voice concerns and contribute to the evolution of the Data Value Ecosystem.
Data Agent Supervision Board
The Supervision Board Is the overarching body responsible for ensuring the cohesion and proper functioning of the International Data Reserve’s governance framework. It provides strategic oversight across all operational, ethical, and technical activities, ensuring that each branch of the Data Value Ecosystem operates in harmony.
The Supervision Board safeguards the integrity of the ecosystem by monitoring compliance, evaluating processes, and identifying areas for improvement. It ensures transparency, accountability, and alignment of all members with our mission to create a fair, secure, and trust-based data value ecosystem.
Ethics and Governance Committee
The Ethics and Governance Committee plays a vital role in safeguarding the ethical integrity of the International Data Reserve. It ensures that the Data Value Ecosystem operates according to principles of fairness, transparency, and responsibility.
By supervising issues related to data ownership and sovereignty, the committee ensures that governance structures remain aligned with the IDR's ethical commitments and that all activities respect the rights of individuals and organizations within the ecosystem.
Data Ownership and Economy Committee
It cares for the smooth integration of data ownership principles with economic strategies within the ecosystem. This committee supervises the valuation of data, legal frameworks, market activities, and macro economic operations.
It ensures that data is treated as a valuable asset, aligning legal, financial, and market strategies to create a sustainable, fair, and economically vibrant Digital Trust Ecosystem.
Technology and Standards Committee
Is responsible for maintaining the technical backbone of the Data Value Ecosystem. This committee oversees the adherence to standards, rules, and norms that drive and ensure operational consistency.
Focusing on technological evolution guarantees that the ecosystem remains robust, adaptable, and up-to-date with best practices, allowing the IDR to face emerging challenges in data value management and governance.
