Better Quote by Mark Walport
“Sharing data allows us to research, communicate, consume media, buy and sell, play games, and more. In return, businesses develop products, scientists undertake research, and governments use data to enable voting, inform policies, collect tax, and provide better public services.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talk at UK Government Data Strategy Forum, 2016
Data sharing fuels innovation, services, and governance, creating mutual benefits for society and economy.
In simple terms: Sharing data drives progress and benefits.
Key Takeaway
Promote open data practices.
Themes
innovation
governance
economy
technology
collaboration
Mood
optimistic
analytical
Type
informational
policy.
When to use this quote
- research institutions
- business development
- public policy
- e‑commerce
- gaming
Key Concepts
data ecosystems
public good
privacy considerations
digital economy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we protect privacy while encouraging data sharing?
- What incentives motivate businesses to share data?
A Different Perspective
Balancing openness with privacy and security is challenging.
