We examine KRI's study on Malaysia's lack of open data in an attempt to understand why accessible big data is necessary in a democracy, and how a government's policies can be strengthened with the use of open data. Dr. Lau Cher Han gives us his insight.

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Produced by: Tasha Fusil

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn

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Categories:  Politics,  Law and Legal Matters,  Technology,  Medical Innovation and Technology,  Tech,  Social Issues

Tags:  Evening Edition,  Policy and Governance,  Open Data,  Public Information,  Accessibility,