Author: Rehan Ijaz
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GDPR Drives Real Time Analytics
New reforms under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) started as an attempt to standardize data protection regulations in 2012. The European Union intends to make Europe “fit for the digital age.” It took four years to finalize the agreements and reach a roadmap on how the laws will be enforced. The GDPR presents new…
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Government Agencies Are Gaining New Data Collection Tools in 2018
After 9/11, the way that the United States government handled data shifted. At first, all ears were directed outside of the country. Now, increasingly, we are seeing a shift to domestic data surveillance. This was highlighted in Edward Snowden’s massive data leak from the National Security Agency. It has been further confirmed by the…
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Talking Tech at the Dinner Table: What is Cloud?
The cloud is everywhere. It’s a disruptive force, changing the game forever, ubiquitous even — but could you explain it to your family over Sunday dinner? While most of us are aware of what the cloud is and can even confidently discuss it in a top-line conversation, many may hesitate if asked for a clear,…
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Why the Future of Social Media Will Depend on Artificial Intelligence
With an estimated 2.77 billion social network users around the globe, social networking platforms possess an unimaginable amount of data. The reach of social networks is expanding at an alarming rate around the globe in 2019. These figures will continue to grow. Social media provides a phenomenal amount of user-generated data. Due to the nature…
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5 companies to watch out for in personalization & digital transformation in APAC
The world has become increasingly saturated with millions of options available to consumers. So, it has become extremely important for enterprises to limit the choices they offer their customers. The best way to do this is to provide customized and catered offers which are specific to individuals. Personalization engines make that process easier for enterprises.…
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5 challenges still facing the Internet of Things (IoT)
As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to steer operations in the 21st century, numerous challenges are coming to light. While the IoT still has the potential to transform business for owners, employees and customers alike, those who already embrace this next-gen network still have some work to do. Not only are they trying to…
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Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrencies – 4 things you need to know
Artificial Intelligence, commonly known as ‘AI’, is a technical concept that attempts to integrate human knowledge into machines. In layman’s language, it can be said that devices will now be feasible to perform those actions which generally require human intelligence. For example, lights will automatically light up when you enter the room, the refrigerator will…
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3 Ways Big Data Improves Customer Reach and Growth for Retail Businesses
The retail industry has always relied on information for prosperity. In times before technology, the most successful shop owners were the ones that knew their customers personally. When customers walked into the shop, the owner was right there to make them feel special. They were able to address the customers’ individual needs, and make…
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The challenges of being a data scientist in a corporate world
It’s been a couple of years since the world was introduced to an exciting new career prospect. But the hype around data science still hasn’t died down. With it being predicted to remain the ‘hottest’ job for the next couple years, it doesn’t look like the buzz around data science would go away anytime soon.…
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Facebook’s betrayal of data privacy is a discussion that was long overdue
In what has been termed the biggest data theft to have ever occurred, nearly 70 million people from the United States alone have had user data leaked from their Facebook profiles. In total, as much as 87 million accounts around the world have been affected, if not more. And with the growing number of…