COMMENT | The MCMC mobile phone data project have stirred public debate, raising questions over privacy, cybersecurity, and the government's role in data stewardship.

As someone deeply involved in nation-building in the areas of network infrastructure and cybersecurity, I feel it is crucial to bring technical clarity to the public regarding this issue and separating speculation from substantiated fact.

First and foremost, the data collected under the project is aggregated, anonymised, and devoid of any personally identifiable information. 

The data only provides...