The Public Good and Public Attitudes Toward Data Sharing Through IoT

Abstract

This paper is based on research conducted of over 2,000 respondents on the willingness of citizens to share their data with different parties and in various circumstances. Results are described across difference uses, for data sharing from devices and for data collection in public spaces. One key takeaway is that cultivating trust through transparent and responsible data stewardship will be important for future use of Internet of Things (IoT) data for public good.