The document discusses data sharing trends globally and perspectives from a panel of experts. It touches on: 1) Increasing data sharing initiatives worldwide and growing demand for cross-border access to predictive data. 2) Differences in how data sharing laws and practices have evolved in various countries and regions, from Europe's emphasis on privacy to initiatives in Asia-Pacific. 3) Emerging issues around the use of alternative data and perspectives on its impact from both supporters and critics. 4) Open discussion points among the panel of experts on balancing commercial and public interests regarding data use.