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Read the latest blogs exploring how our data is being used to tackle poverty and promote economic wellbeing.
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AllIncome VolatilityPartnershipPress ReleaseCost of Living CrisisFinTechSMEEconomic WellbeingResearchInsightsReport
10 Mar 20258 min read
Nowcasting for Policy and Service Delivery
Nowcasting is not just a tool for prediction but a strategic advantage in navigating the complexities and uncertainties of the modern economy.
InsightsEconomic WellbeingNowcast
5 Mar 20255 min read
Is there a Net Zero Poverty Premium?
Only 20% of people in Scotland can comfortably afford the home upgrades required to meet the Scottish Government’s net zero targets for buildings by 2045.
InsightsEconomic WellbeingSmart data
24 Feb 202512 min read
Unlocking Research Opportunities: The Vision for a UK National Data Library
A National Data Library for researchers would be a welcome addition to UK data infrastructure, reducing complexity and providing clarity and confidence.
ResearchInnovationFINDS
21 Feb 202510 min read
Celebrating 3 Years of Smart Data Foundry!
Three years ago, Smart Data Foundry was founded with a bold mission: to unlock financial data for the public good. Since then, we’ve grown.
Partnership
13 Feb 202510 min read
Who’s Falling Behind? New Dashboard Uncovers the Real Impact of Income Volatility
We believe data should serve people, not just institutions. Partnering with JRF’s Insight Infrastructure, we’re exposing the financial forces Britons face
Economic WellbeingIncome VolatilityPartnership
28 Jan 202510 min read
Responsible data sharing: what is the Five Safes Framework?
Compliance with best practices such as the Five Safes Framework helps us to ensure we are engaging in responsible data sharing.
Data ProtectionGovernance
15 Jan 202510 min read
AI for public good? Unpacking the data sharing and regulatory aspects of the AI Opportunities Action Plan.
How we can put responsible data sharing and AI to work to drive economic growth and improve public services.
AISmart dataEconomic Wellbeing
