Each minute Google records 3.8 million different queries on its search engine, and Facebook as many "likes". For twenty years, new information technologies have increased the ability for businesses to collect, store, read, share and use the personal information of individuals. These activities have had many positive effects on the economy in general and some benefits for … [Read more...] about Big Data and Privacy: The Consumer Paradox
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Should Consumers Fear the Big Data Privacy Threat?
Have you heard of Big Data? It's like a shadowy James Bond villain, intent on global disruption, cackling in the background while the rest of us go about our mundane daily business. Or it might be the best thing since potato chips on a bologna sandwich. One thing is certain. We ALL need to pay attention to Big Data. What are we talking about with this term? Think of it as the … [Read more...] about Should Consumers Fear the Big Data Privacy Threat?
Would You Give Up Your Data for Science?
The world is not as private a place as it might seem. Even though you might be sitting quietly at work, on your way back home on the train or relaxing in front of the latest Netflix series, your life is being scrutinised. Some of the data will be for your eyes only, and there is a certain amount of choice as to what is in the public domain, but much of the snooping is still … [Read more...] about Would You Give Up Your Data for Science?
Big Data Analytics & Effective CEM Strategy in Financial Services 2017
Big Data Analytics & Effective CEM Strategy in Financial Services World Summit 2017 draws together highly-regarded expert speakers from across the ecosystem of financial services industry and big data analytics solution providers to present to you the latest key trends and development in big data analytics and effective CEM strategy. The highlights of the summit will be … [Read more...] about Big Data Analytics & Effective CEM Strategy in Financial Services 2017
Why VPNs Are Vital For Data-Driven Business
Companies have been using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for years, typically so that workers could access their desktops remotely, but in the age of big data, these systems are more important than ever before. The fact is, remote working is on the rise, data use is multiplying, and hackers are more innovative than ever before. VPNs are one of the best tools at our disposal … [Read more...] about Why VPNs Are Vital For Data-Driven Business
