• Computer Science > Networking and Internet Architecture [Submitted on 18 Feb 2026] Title:Towards Secure and Interoperable Data Spaces for 6G: The 6G-DALI Approach View PDF HTML (experimental)Abstract:The next generation of mobile networks, 6G, is expected to enable data-driven services at unprecedented scale and complexity, with stringent requirements for trust, interoperability, and automation. • Central to this vision is the ability to create, manage, and share high-quality datasets across distributed and heterogeneous environments. • This paper presents the data architecture of the 6G-DALI project, which implements a federated dataspace and DataOps infrastructure to support secure, compliant, and scalable data sharing for AI-driven experimentation and service orchestration. • Drawing from principles defined by GAIA-X and the International Data Spaces Association (IDSA), the architecture incorporates components such as federated identity management, policy-based data contracts, and automated data pipelines. • We detail how the 6G-DALI architecture aligns with and extends GAIA-X and IDSA reference models to meet the unique demands of 6G networks, including low-latency edge processing, dynamic trust management, and cross-domain federation. • A comparative analysis highlights both convergence points and necessary innovations.

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  • The 6G‑DALI project introduces a federated data‑space architecture designed to support secure, compliant, and scalable data sharing for next‑generation 6G networks. Leveraging principles from GAIA‑X and the International Data Spaces Association (IDSA), the system incorporates federated identity management, policy‑based data contracts, and automated DataOps pipelines. It targets the unique demands of 6G, such as low‑latency edge processing, dynamic trust management, and cross‑domain federation, enabling AI‑driven experimentation and service orchestration across heterogeneous environments. A comparative analysis shows how 6G‑DALI extends existing reference models while addressing the specific interoperability and security challenges of 6G.

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