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The eArchiving Initiative of the European Commission has produced a White Paper setting out how we can support the implementation of new electronic archiving services established under the amended Regulation (EU) No 910/2014, known as eIDAS2, and highlighting possible issues of interpretation.
Electronic archiving is a complex discipline that must take into account many different components, ranging from knowledge, business rules and workflows to guidelines, specifications, and software tools. In essence, the eArchiving Initiative represents a concerted endeavour to fortify the digital infrastructure of the European Union, safeguarding the integrity and accessibility of our collective digital heritage. Through sustained commitment to innovation, collaboration, and interoperability, making it much easier to navigate the complexities of the digital age. As a result of the outcomes of the Archiving Initiative and preceding projects, a set of tools, specifications and procedures can be offered to support the implementation of the electronic archiving trust services
eIDAS2 introduces additional trust services compared to eIDAS1, one of which is the electronic archiving trust service. The rationale behind the eIDAS2 electronic archiving trust service is largely consistent with the purpose and objectives of the eArchiving Initiative. The successful implementation of electronic archiving trust services hinges on acceptance from the electronic archiving community. The eArchiving Initiative is eager to contribute towards achieving this goal.
The White Paper is available for download.
You can also read more about the eIDAS regulation and the European Digital Identity (EUDI) Regulation.