How can data and AI make policing safer and more ethical? Join our FREE webinar to find out! Corinne Russell, Data Ethics Lead at Police Scotland, will be giving an inside look at how they are pioneering the ethical use of technology. buff.ly/UYVPNba

Digital ID - making public services work for you? Help us shape our response to the UK Government consultation at our online roundtable. This session is designed for those with technical and/or policy expertise who can help shape thinking in this space. buff.ly/nlpSee7

🚨 Solid26 preview: Building personal apps and AI agents 📅 28 - 29 April 📍Birkbeck, University of London, WC1E 7HX We're hosting a 2-day tournament to build a new generation of personal AI agents, apps, and websites that give people real control over their own data. Find out more. buff.ly/HAGtekY

#TheWeekinData: Eggsistential crisis *Data reveals knock-on effects of Iran war *Data centres causing ‘heat islands’ *Easter eggs As the war in Iran approaches its sixth week, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is being increasingly felt in the AI sector. Find out more… buff.ly/SqLc4Gi

In our data-centric AI webinar series, we share our own work and invite world experts with their own research and experience to share key insights and recommendations for building the data infrastructure needed to make AI safer and trusted by everyone. Catch up on all of them now.

Join us for a focused virtual roundtable on Digital ID – shaping responses to the UK Government consultation. This session is designed for those with technical and/or policy expertise who can actively contribute to this discussion and help shape thinking in this space. buff.ly/nlpSee7

Our Data Ethics Professional webinars are a place for our alumni to share their expertise, offering practical insights and tips on ethical data use and embedding best practices within organisations. Catch up on all of them now.

If you are thinking about how your organisation should be using data ethically, then join today’s FREE lunchtime webinar!

#TheWeekinData: Ctrl+Alt+Defeat *Meta and YouTube found liable *UK poverty data *Join the Solid Hackathon A jury in Los Angeles has found Meta and YouTube liable for deliberately designing addictive products that hooked a young user and led to them being harmed. Find out more…

There is a growing movement towards openness in the UK water industry and progress is already being made both within individual companies and at a sector level. Find out more.

Data is the foundation of AI. Poor quality data drives up costs and can lead to hidden problems for AI, while biased data negatively affects the performance of AI models. In our research, we seek to define AI readiness and its underlying principles. Read more.

We are partnering with SAP to launch and grow IDEA, an interchange for data and enterprise AI. IDEA will set up a programme of research, community building, & peer learning to help enterprises make the most of #AI through AI-ready data infrastructure, standards & well-governed data. buff.ly/2RtLqsN

Last chance to book our FREE session with Antonia Panayotova, DSIT, @imak.bsky.social, Open Opportunities, and Professor @elenasimperl.bsky.social, Director of Research, ODI on data portals - and the National Data Library in particular. buff.ly/nQxtaVn

We are delighted to announce that Antonia Panayotova, DSIT, will be joining @imak.bsky.social, Open Opportunities, and Professor @elenasimperl.bsky.social, Director of Research, ODI in our discussion on Thursday on data portals - and the National Data Library in particular. buff.ly/nQxtaVn

The Solid Symposium returns for its fourth edition, Thursday, 30 April - Friday 1st May. Join us at City St George’s University, London, to hear about the next chapter for data on the web, including a fireside chat with Sir Tim Berners-Lee. Visit the website for more info and tickets. sosy2026.eu

The National Data Library (NDL) is a proposal that lies at the heart of the UK government’s AI strategy. We've used our institutional expertise and experience to design and implement an AI-ready prototype of the NDL. Find out more. #Data #AI #NDL

It’s the last chance to book Solid World March: Modelling, analysing, and sharing research data. Join our FREE webinar today at 4pm GMT for a presentation on SpOTy, a project aimed at the cross fertilisation between the fields of linguistics and knowledge engineering. buff.ly/ulH8cao

#TheWeekinData: Twin town *UK BioBank data exposed online *Companies House glitch *Digital twin helps traffic An investigation by The Guardian published last weekend has revealed that confidential health data from UK BioBank has been exposed online dozens of times. Find out more…

We have published a paper that reviews our progress three years into our 5 Year Strategy. It takes stock of what we've delivered so far, analyses the changing landscape, and sets out how the ODI is adapting its priorities and commitments for the remainder of the strategy period.

Join our FREE webinar to find out the best ways for you and your organisation to tackle data ethics. We’ll discuss different pathways, from light touch training for individuals & small groups to full consultancy support. buff.ly/hWiRgMF

As AI became increasingly integrated into daily life, it's vital to remember that data is the foundation of this rapid expansion. Our commitment remains focused on strengthening the infrastructure, standards, and institutions essential for data to continue serving the public good.

Unlock the power of your research data! How do we balance complex data analysis with total user control? Join us for the March edition of Solid World as we dive into SpOTy—a project sitting at the intersection of linguistics and knowledge engineering. buff.ly/ulH8cao

#TheWeekinData: Knock on wood *Datacentres targeted for attack *AI improves breast cancer detection *The lesser spotted woodpecker spotted (sort of) Last week, we looked at the use of AI in modern warfare. This week, experts warned that data centres have become a new target.

The CoCoDa project brings together technical and legal expertise to investigate systemic risks in society arising from dominant online platforms, with the aim of helping to create the necessary researcher access and generate accountability. Find out more.

Announcing a FREE webinar, Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 4:00 PM GMT. Join our expert panel as they discuss how we ensure data portals actually fit the needs of the user; what designers and maintainers must consider; the National Data Library (NDL); next steps for global data infrastructure.

Benchmarking tools such as CitizenQuery-UK offer a benchmark for assessing chatbots in public service contexts using realistic citizen queries and provide a means to understand failure modes of AI in the sensitive context of citizen’s advice. Find out more.

#TheWeekinData: Who needs a big board? *Concern over military use of AI *Image Empire launch *AI help for smallholdings Last Friday, the US President announced that he would direct all federal agencies to immediately stop using technology developed by Anthropic. Find out more… buff.ly/yFxbW4i

How ready is open data for AI? To reap the benefits of AI, organisations need to prepare and transform their data to make it directly useful and usable in AI tasks. Learn more.

We’ve updated our AI-ready data framework based on feedback from the community and a number of projects in which we’ve used it. Find out more. buff.ly/qQcUB2W

#TheWeekinData: Sneak Pepys *Speculative doomsday research *Reddit fined by ICO *Surviving the Great Plague A speculative piece of research… sorry, a speculative Substack post from a US firm with the word ‘Research’ in their name… sent jitters around the US stock market this week… buff.ly/lCdjLj1

We've published a paper that reviews our progress three years into our 5 Year Strategy. It takes stock of delivery to date, examines how external conditions have continued to evolve, and sets out how the ODI is adapting for the remainder of the strategy period. Find out more. buff.ly/cbgFeHO

Over recent months, we've been working across the volunteering system to explore whether we can improve digital services about volunteering opportunities and get more people involved. Find out more buff.ly/y4ZbUvW

The Smart Data Challenge Prize demonstrated a broad range of smart data ideas with real-world applications. In our latest blog, we outline the benefits of smart data and introduce the prize winners. Find out more. buff.ly/gKRU1Cq

It’s the last chance to book our FREE webinar looking at ethical AI in action! Join our panel of experts from Global Fishing Watch & the ODI for a deep dive into the reality of what this means. buff.ly/0kBMpDh

#TheWeekinData: Heart of glass *New measure for child safety online *Glass at the heart of data storage *Record breakers! The UK government announced new measures this week to keep children safe online. Find out more… buff.ly/FFnW7MD

It’s the last chance to book Solid World February 2026! There’ll be updates on its development - including integration into LibreChat to enable privacy and portability of chat history with LLMs; the Solid Community Group’s 6 month workplan, and the 2026 Roadmap for Solid. buff.ly/ASW7Jat

Our Annual Review for 2025 is out today. In a year when AI increasingly became part of most people’s day-to-day lives, we must remember that every part of this rapid expansion is underpinned by data. Find out more. buff.ly/puYr9Z1

#TheWeekinData: Transcription service woes *Errors in social care transcription service *Loyalty card data for cancer research *Paraskevidekatriaphobia Many local authorities have rolled out AI note-taking tools across social work in recent months… buff.ly/umhjWoQ

Join us for Solid World, where we're looking at roadmaps for its development! Including integration into LibreChat to enable privacy and portability of chat history with LLMs & the Solid Community Group’s 6 month workplan. buff.ly/iRv6tw8

Read the latest edition of our Research email to find out what happened when we tested Gemini, Claude, and ChatGPT models on complex government queries.

Have you booked our FREE webinar on ethical AI in action? Join experts from Global Fishing Watch and the ODI for a deep dive into what this means. Discover how Global Fishing Watch uses data and AI to safeguard our oceans—and how they’ve made data ethics core to their mission. buff.ly/2Ct7R8R

#TheWeekinData: Chatbot chat *Barnsley becomes first UK “tech town” *Social media for chatbots *Marginal gains. Ouch! Silicon Valley. Shenzhen. Barnsley. Previously famous for coal mining, a lamb chop and Kes, Barnsley is to be catapulted into the tech firmament. buff.ly/dph2PUB

In our latest research, we look at popular AI model's answers to questions about public services including public health, tax and benefits. But how reliable are they? Find out more.

Join us for Solid World: February 2026! Key themes: Updates on its development - including integration into Librechat to enable privacy and portability of chat history with LLMs; Solid Community Group’s 6 month workplan; the 2026 Roadmap for Solid. Our focus - the adoption of Solid! buff.ly/iRv6tw8

It’s the last chance to book our FREE webinar looking at how we can use AI to improve public services. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact buff.ly/eIYzuif

#TheWeekinData: How do you like them apples? *ONS inflation data revamp *AI overview opt out *In the footprints of dinosaurs The UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) announced a shakeup of its inflation measure this week. Find out more... buff.ly/Hb43QtI

Join our expert panel to discuss practical strategies for reliable, effective, and trustworthy AI in government services. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield, Full Fact buff.ly/eIYzuif

Just announcing our new FREE webinar! Ethical AI in action, 23 Feb. Facing the challenge of embedding data ethics and responsible AI into your organisation? Then join our panel of experts from Global Fishing Watch and the ODI for a deep dive into the realities of what this means. buff.ly/kzB2Ptk

#TheWeekinData: Slop or not? *Managing AI slop *Romance on the ropes? *50 shades of grey buff.ly/goypOEG

We were delighted to collaborate with Global Fishing Watch on this report. The insights are invaluable, and we can’t recommend it highly enough. We are also thrilled to announce that the team will be joining us for our Data Ethics webinar on 23 Feb. theodi.org/news-and-eve...