dAta aSsEt FoUndAtIonS
bY tHe iSlE oF mAn GoveRnMent
Data dOne
dIffeRentlY
Discover how the Isle of Man's Data Asset Foundations (DAF's) will enable businesses to drive value from its data, list it on balance sheets, use it as collateral and integrate it into M&A strategies.
DAFs will leverage the existing legislation of the Isle of Man Foundation Act, and is specifically designed to treat data as a capital asset. With strong governance, regulatory oversight, and transparency built in, it allows organisations to securely pool data, manage how it’s used, and unlock value across sectors – all within a trusted legal framework.
DEDICATED DATA STEWARDS
DERIVE VALUE FROM YOUR DATA
GLOBAL COMPLIANCE
DATA GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK HARD-CODED INTO LAW
STATUTORY DATA ASSET REGISTER
unMatChed
pRotectIon
Join a forward-thinking community of businesses that recognise the immense value and responsibility of data stewardship. Embrace the Isle of Man's pioneering framework to unlock a suite of benefits: from safeguarding your most sensitive data assets in a rapidly evolving digital world and ensuring your operations meet the demands of international data compliance, to crafting bespoke governance structures that align with your unique business objectives.
This isn't just about compliance—it's about leveraging data responsibly for growth, innovation, and building trust with your stakeholders.
sHapInG tHe
FutUre oF dAta
The Isle of Man is taking a bold step onto the global stage with a unique approach to trusted data use and innovation, through a new partnership between Digital Isle of Man and international experts, EDM Association.
"Our partnership with EDM Association marks a bold step forward in creating an entirely new market. We’re not adapting to a global standard – we’re defining it. By establishing the legal and operational foundations for data as an asset class, the Isle of Man is building a trusted environment for innovation, investment and leadership in the data economy.” - Lyle Wraxall, Chief Executive of Digital Isle of Man
PaRtiCiPatE in tHe pIlOt pRoGraMme
Join the DAF Pilot Pioneer Programme and secure your role in shaping the future of the global data economy.
UnlOcKing valUe
FrOm Data
Building the Infrastructure for Data-Rich Businesses
In a world where data is often called "the new oil", few organisations can actually treat it like an asset. That's about to change.
This white paper introduces the Data Asset Foundation (DAF) initiative: a pioneering legal and operational framework developed in the Isle of Man that enables businesses to govern, value, and monetise data with confidence. Designed for data-rich enterprises, financial institutions, and digital innovators, DAFs create the infrastructure needed to treat data as an asset. Unlocking new commercial models, investment opportunities, and cross-sector collaboration.
Learn how the DAF framework addresses the long-standing challenges of ownership ambiguity, inconsistent governance, and asset invisibility, and why it postitions the Isle of Man as a global hub for the next phase of the data economy.
Discover how to turn your data into a governed, auditable, and investable asset.
poWeRinG tHe iSlanD'S
dAta eConOmY
In August 2025, we held a workshop titled 'Powering the Island's Data Economy', to explore how the Isle of Man will lead the global data economy. The two-part-workshop was open to all professionals, and introduced the Data Asset Foundations (DAF) initiative and the opportunities available. For anyone who was unable to attend – or would like to revisit the key ideas shared – you can access the workshop slides here.
PaRtiCiPatE in tHe pIlOt pRoGraMme
Join the DAF Pilot Pioneer Programme and secure your role in shaping the future of the global data economy.
