How Big Data Affects Small Businesses

How Big Data Affects Small Businesses

Small businesses have played a critical role in shaping America’s economy. However, big data affects small businesses meaning these companies could be in jeopardy. Startups and small enterprises have created millions of jobs. As we move into the future, these companies may be in jeopardy. Zoe Baird, CEO and President of the Markle Foundation, explains…

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Technology Trends

Technology Trends That Can Make or Break Your Career

Technology is growing exponentially, and staying on top of current technology trends can help you find success in any field. Educate yourself on what’s new, what’s growing, and what’s changing in your industry. Bernard Marr of Forbes Technology has outlined a few technology trends that will have a significant impact on the job market. Big…

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Making Sense of Big Data

Making Sense of Big Data

In Susan Etlinger’s latest TED Talk, she discusses how big data leads to big societal fears as well as how to understand and manage them. The talk begins with a reference to Neil Postman’s book, Amusing Ourselves to Death, that cites the dystopian-world views of Orwell and Huxley. For all the good things technology has…

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Is it Time to Finally Regulate Big Data

Is it Time to Finally Regulate Big Data?

Collecting personal data from consumers has long been a controversial topic. Whether or not to regulate big data is another one. Recently, we covered the article, “Big Data is Secretly Scoring You” in our blog that discussed the various types of personal data that is being secretly collected and sold to marketers. Consumer data profiles…

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Big Data is Secretly Scoring You

Big Data is Secretly Scoring You

Your credit score is a powerful tool that businesses use to measure your creditworthiness. However, big data could be ranking you on more than just your credit. Your credit score is based upon credit history and your ability to pay back debt and loans. Companies use credit scores to determine if you are financially responsible…

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