A growing share of citizens, journalists, and policymakers access official statistics through AI chat or assistants rather than official statistical websites. ODIN shows that years of investment in open data can create an important foundation for AI readiness.
For over a decade, the Open Data Inventory (ODIN) has independently measured the coverage and openness of official statistics published by National Statistical Offices (NSOs). The 2026/27 exercise is underway with 11 trained researchers evaluating national data across 23 categories and 60+ indicators for 198 countries.
As countries like Kazakhstan prepare for the next round of ODIN, the focus is not only on measuring progress but also on supporting it.
In mid-May, the ODIN 2026/27 assessments of the coverage and openness of official statistics will begin. Covering 197 countries, this year’s round includes several important updates.
In mid-May, the ODIN 2026/27 assessments of the coverage and openness of official statistics will begin. Covering 197 countries, this year’s round includes several important updates.
Drawing on findings from ODIN, the Open Data Insights Series explores key topics in greater depth. This brief examines the fragile foundations of global health data systems that were under strain even before the abrupt financial reductions in early 2025.
Drawing on findings from ODIN, the Open Data Insights Series explores key topics in greater depth. This brief examines how the coverage and openness of economic and financial statistics are linked to stronger investment climates.
Prior to publication, ODIN works closely with countries to review datasets used in assessments, so that no official, publicly available dataset is overlooked. ODIN’s commitment to transparency and accuracy also provides for limited post-publication revisions. Adjusted scores for seven countries are now reflected in this final update.
The 7th edition of the Open Data Inventory (ODIN), covering 197 countries across 22 categories of official statistics, reveals that countries are making substantial progress, but that the changing data ecosystem also faces risks without sustained commitment and investment.
A series of workshops in Uzbekistan focused on enhancing open data practices, with emphasis on gender-related information, to foster more inclusive decision-making.