Meaning of the word "From what I understand" in English

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From what I understand

US /frʌm wʌt aɪ ˌʌndərˈstænd/
UK /frɒm wɒt aɪ ˌʌndəˈstænd/

Phrase

used to introduce a statement that is based on one's current knowledge or interpretation of information

Example:
From what I understand, the meeting has been postponed until next week.
The new policy, from what I understand, aims to improve efficiency.