Open Data Institute
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Advancing trust in data.
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
January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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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
January 26, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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
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*Managing AI slop
*Romance on the ropes?
*50 shades of grey
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January 23, 2026 at 2:15 PM
#TheWeekinData: Slop or not?
*Managing AI slop
*Romance on the ropes?
*50 shades of grey
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*Managing AI slop
*Romance on the ropes?
*50 shades of grey
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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...
January 22, 2026 at 5:19 PM
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...
How do you turn data ethics from a concept into a practice? Our latest blog explores our recent partnership with Global Fishing Watch, detailing a practical, two-pronged approach to ethical data management: Establishing Ethical Principles & Implementing Practical Tools. Read here buff.ly/Ewn2fLF
Putting data ethics principles into practice
Learn more about how we are partnering with Global Fishing Watch to operationalise the responsible development of AI models and the ethical use of data.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM
How do you turn data ethics from a concept into a practice? Our latest blog explores our recent partnership with Global Fishing Watch, detailing a practical, two-pronged approach to ethical data management: Establishing Ethical Principles & Implementing Practical Tools. Read here buff.ly/Ewn2fLF
It’s the last chance to book our FREE webinar on Ads & Ethics: Audience Selection & Proxy Data. Discover central concepts through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice, methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads buff.ly/fV90Fai
January 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM
It’s the last chance to book our FREE webinar on Ads & Ethics: Audience Selection & Proxy Data. Discover central concepts through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice, methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads buff.ly/fV90Fai
Can Generative AI improve public services? Discover the answer at our FREE webinar where our panel of experts will discuss the implications of using AI in the public sector. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact. buff.ly/XtumBxC
January 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Can Generative AI improve public services? Discover the answer at our FREE webinar where our panel of experts will discuss the implications of using AI in the public sector. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact. buff.ly/XtumBxC
#TheWeekinData: Fictitious fixtures
* Grok geoblock
* Police chief under fire
* Potholes
After more than a week of outcry at xAI’s Grok tool, it announced that it had implemented “technological measures” that will prevent it from editing images of real people in revealing clothing.
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* Grok geoblock
* Police chief under fire
* Potholes
After more than a week of outcry at xAI’s Grok tool, it announced that it had implemented “technological measures” that will prevent it from editing images of real people in revealing clothing.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:35 PM
#TheWeekinData: Fictitious fixtures
* Grok geoblock
* Police chief under fire
* Potholes
After more than a week of outcry at xAI’s Grok tool, it announced that it had implemented “technological measures” that will prevent it from editing images of real people in revealing clothing.
buff.ly/BgRgQJu
* Grok geoblock
* Police chief under fire
* Potholes
After more than a week of outcry at xAI’s Grok tool, it announced that it had implemented “technological measures” that will prevent it from editing images of real people in revealing clothing.
buff.ly/BgRgQJu
Why do you see the ads you do? Join our FREE webinar to discover the data behind your screen. We’re diving into
*Data Ethics: The "should" vs. the "can"
*Audience Selection: How you're really being targeted
*Proxy Data: The hidden points impacting visibility
Book now! buff.ly/wb3IKA2
*Data Ethics: The "should" vs. the "can"
*Audience Selection: How you're really being targeted
*Proxy Data: The hidden points impacting visibility
Book now! buff.ly/wb3IKA2
January 14, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Why do you see the ads you do? Join our FREE webinar to discover the data behind your screen. We’re diving into
*Data Ethics: The "should" vs. the "can"
*Audience Selection: How you're really being targeted
*Proxy Data: The hidden points impacting visibility
Book now! buff.ly/wb3IKA2
*Data Ethics: The "should" vs. the "can"
*Audience Selection: How you're really being targeted
*Proxy Data: The hidden points impacting visibility
Book now! buff.ly/wb3IKA2
Is generative AI the key to better public services? Find out at our FREE webinar where experts discuss strategies for reliable and trustworthy AI in government services. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact buff.ly/ciFXp7r
January 12, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Is generative AI the key to better public services? Find out at our FREE webinar where experts discuss strategies for reliable and trustworthy AI in government services. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact buff.ly/ciFXp7r
#TheWeekinData: Altered images
* xAI image backlash
* Council data breach
* Fantasy Football Harumph
Hope that the new year (well, in the Gregorian calendar at least) might see people behaving a little better on the internet came plummeting down to Earth this week. Find out more…
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* xAI image backlash
* Council data breach
* Fantasy Football Harumph
Hope that the new year (well, in the Gregorian calendar at least) might see people behaving a little better on the internet came plummeting down to Earth this week. Find out more…
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January 9, 2026 at 12:35 PM
#TheWeekinData: Altered images
* xAI image backlash
* Council data breach
* Fantasy Football Harumph
Hope that the new year (well, in the Gregorian calendar at least) might see people behaving a little better on the internet came plummeting down to Earth this week. Find out more…
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* xAI image backlash
* Council data breach
* Fantasy Football Harumph
Hope that the new year (well, in the Gregorian calendar at least) might see people behaving a little better on the internet came plummeting down to Earth this week. Find out more…
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Who gets to see which ads—and who is being left out? Inclusive practice in advertising starts with understanding the data. Join our free webinar to explore how proxy data points and audience selection methodologies impact equity in our digital spaces.Knowledge is power buff.ly/wb3IKA2
January 8, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Who gets to see which ads—and who is being left out? Inclusive practice in advertising starts with understanding the data. Join our free webinar to explore how proxy data points and audience selection methodologies impact equity in our digital spaces.Knowledge is power buff.ly/wb3IKA2
How do we bridge the gap between AI innovation and citizen trust? Find out at our FREE webinar where we discuss practical strategies for trustworthy AI in government services. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact buff.ly/ciFXp7r
January 6, 2026 at 10:19 AM
How do we bridge the gap between AI innovation and citizen trust? Find out at our FREE webinar where we discuss practical strategies for trustworthy AI in government services. With @emercoleman.bsky.social @richardpope.org @elenasimperl.bsky.social & Andy Dudfield from Full Fact buff.ly/ciFXp7r
Rewatch our thought-provoking discussion on how to build systems that deliver fairer, more trustworthy outcomes. Our panel discussed diversity in tech, not just in terms of the workforce, but in the data, design, and decision-making that sit at the heart of modern systems.
Diversity in Tech
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January 2, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Rewatch our thought-provoking discussion on how to build systems that deliver fairer, more trustworthy outcomes. Our panel discussed diversity in tech, not just in terms of the workforce, but in the data, design, and decision-making that sit at the heart of modern systems.
If you missed our exclusive webinar with Sir Nigel Shadbolt, catch up now as he examines the critical issues defining data and AI, reflecting on the seismic shifts and changes three years on from the launch of ChatGPT.
Data and AI - opportunities and challenges 3 years on from ChatGPT
An exclusive event with Sir Nigel Shadbolt, a distinguished authority in artificial intelligence, as he examines the critical issues defining data and AI. Sir Nigel reflects on seismic shifts and…
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December 31, 2025 at 12:01 PM
If you missed our exclusive webinar with Sir Nigel Shadbolt, catch up now as he examines the critical issues defining data and AI, reflecting on the seismic shifts and changes three years on from the launch of ChatGPT.
Catch up on our Data Ethics Professional webinar and learn how Arts Council England has been on a 12-month journey to develop policies and practices that support the responsible use of AI technologies. Watch now.
Data Ethics Professional Webinar #6 - Responsible AI at Arts Council England
Data Ethics Professional Webinar #6
Responsible AI at Arts Council England
With Dr Oonagh Murphy and Owen Hopkin
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December 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Catch up on our Data Ethics Professional webinar and learn how Arts Council England has been on a 12-month journey to develop policies and practices that support the responsible use of AI technologies. Watch now.
What’s the data behind the ads on your screen? Find out at our FREE webinar. Discover central concepts in advertising through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads. buff.ly/s2tJgFv
December 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM
What’s the data behind the ads on your screen? Find out at our FREE webinar. Discover central concepts in advertising through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads. buff.ly/s2tJgFv
Rewatch our Data Ethics Professionals webinar for a deep dive into dark patterns, the need for high-quality data, and protecting individual confidentiality and privacy rights.
DEP webinar #8 Personal data security and dark pattern with Ramon Abraham Sarmiento
Personal data security and dark pattern with Ramon Abraham Sarmiento
Wednesday 17 September 2025
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December 24, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Rewatch our Data Ethics Professionals webinar for a deep dive into dark patterns, the need for high-quality data, and protecting individual confidentiality and privacy rights.
Rewatch our webinar where author Richard Pope and Emer Coleman discuss Richard’s book Platformland, and learn about the next generation of public services.
Platformland: Richard Pope and Emer Coleman in conversation
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December 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Rewatch our webinar where author Richard Pope and Emer Coleman discuss Richard’s book Platformland, and learn about the next generation of public services.
How can generative AI support trustworthy, effective interactions between citizens and government? Find out at our FREE webinar where our expert panel will discuss these key issues and share findings and practical considerations for improving reliability in AI-driven services.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:30 AM
How can generative AI support trustworthy, effective interactions between citizens and government? Find out at our FREE webinar where our expert panel will discuss these key issues and share findings and practical considerations for improving reliability in AI-driven services.
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#TheWeekinData: The stars are out tonight
* US pauses tech deal
* Meta sued
* PrawnHob data breach
Back in September, the UK government announced a £31 billion tech deal with the US to much fanfare - both metaphorical and real. But now, that the deal has been put on ice…
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* US pauses tech deal
* Meta sued
* PrawnHob data breach
Back in September, the UK government announced a £31 billion tech deal with the US to much fanfare - both metaphorical and real. But now, that the deal has been put on ice…
buff.ly/sI72pzR
December 19, 2025 at 12:35 PM
#TheWeekinData: The stars are out tonight
* US pauses tech deal
* Meta sued
* PrawnHob data breach
Back in September, the UK government announced a £31 billion tech deal with the US to much fanfare - both metaphorical and real. But now, that the deal has been put on ice…
buff.ly/sI72pzR
* US pauses tech deal
* Meta sued
* PrawnHob data breach
Back in September, the UK government announced a £31 billion tech deal with the US to much fanfare - both metaphorical and real. But now, that the deal has been put on ice…
buff.ly/sI72pzR
A year after launching Data as Culture’s The University of Sheffield commission Constant Washing Machine by Blast Theory, we’re totting up a Christmas count of eight bars of soap, seven organisations, three workshops, and an Impact Award from UKAIRS. Find out more.
#Data #Art
#Data #Art
Constant Washing Machine celebrates its first year at the British Library
Discover more about the art commission Constant Washing Machine.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ever wondered why you see the ads you do? Find out at our FREE webinar. Discover
central concepts in advertising through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice, methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads.https://buff.ly/s2tJgFv
central concepts in advertising through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice, methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads.https://buff.ly/s2tJgFv
December 16, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Ever wondered why you see the ads you do? Find out at our FREE webinar. Discover
central concepts in advertising through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice, methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads.https://buff.ly/s2tJgFv
central concepts in advertising through the lens of data ethics and inclusive practice, methodologies that inform audience selection, proxy data points that impact who does and doesn’t see ads.https://buff.ly/s2tJgFv
We held a hackathon at the beginning of December to test the first draft of a standard that will use open data to connect more people with opportunities to volunteer. Find out what happened, and learn how you can help us in the Beta phase.
Connecting volunteers: What we learned from our hackathon
Find out what happened when we hosted a two-day hackathon to test the first draft of our standard and explore how open data can connect more people with opportunities to help.
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December 15, 2025 at 2:59 PM
We held a hackathon at the beginning of December to test the first draft of a standard that will use open data to connect more people with opportunities to volunteer. Find out what happened, and learn how you can help us in the Beta phase.
#TheWeekinData: Suffer the children
* Social media ban down under
* DeepMind partner with UK government
* McHumbug
Millions of Australian children woke up to a whole new world this week. A world without social media. Find out more…
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* Social media ban down under
* DeepMind partner with UK government
* McHumbug
Millions of Australian children woke up to a whole new world this week. A world without social media. Find out more…
buff.ly/RFQhH1d
December 12, 2025 at 12:35 PM
#TheWeekinData: Suffer the children
* Social media ban down under
* DeepMind partner with UK government
* McHumbug
Millions of Australian children woke up to a whole new world this week. A world without social media. Find out more…
buff.ly/RFQhH1d
* Social media ban down under
* DeepMind partner with UK government
* McHumbug
Millions of Australian children woke up to a whole new world this week. A world without social media. Find out more…
buff.ly/RFQhH1d