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Willy Sennott Willy Sennott
Updated on April 19, 2024

Cloud Spending Infuriates Executives. Here’s How to Solve It.

While C-suite disagreements are to be expected, squabbles over the way a company spends on cloud services don’t have to be.

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Peter Kreslins Peter Kreslins
Updated on April 19, 2024

Why You Should Use Hybrid Integration Platforms Over APIs

Because it connects diverse systems, services and data stores, a hybrid integration platform can be a game changer for navigating modern integration challenges.

Mike White Mike White
Updated on April 19, 2024

How Scientists Are Using the Crowd to Solve Problems in Biotech

Volunteers are using their CPUs and their brains to crack computational puzzles.

Frank Diana Frank Diana
Updated on April 19, 2024

How Running Technology Helps Us Envision the Future of Athletics and Society

Can you imagine a world where exoskeletons, implants, artificial body parts, or human-machine convergence alter the very nature of sport?

Edward Hearn Edward Hearn
Updated on April 19, 2024

What Is All This Data for?

Data may be the new oil, but that doesn’t make its collection inherently valuable. Organizations would do well to remain mindful of Goodhart’s Law to avoid letting a data-driven mindset warp their larger goals.

Julius Černiauskas Julius Černiauskas
Updated on April 19, 2024

5 Ways Web Scraping Can Maximize ROI for Small Businesses

Web scraping offers a cost-effective way for smaller businesses to amplify their analytical power and compete with larger rivals. Our expert points out its benefits and some things to keep in mind as you get started.

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Veanne Smith Veanne Smith
Updated on April 19, 2024

Want a Career in Big Data? These Are the Top Roles, Responsibilities, and Salaries.

Big Data is a big deal. This is what you need to know about roles in the field.

Edward Hearn Edward Hearn
Updated on April 19, 2024

Is 'Statistical Significance' in Research Just a Strawman?

The longstanding methods by which researchers establish statistical significance are based on a fallacy. To produce more meaningful results from data, it’s time we revise them.

Deborah Bone Kelly Warner Deborah Bone Kelly Warner
Updated on April 19, 2024

How to Limit Your Liability for Data Collection Lawsuits

Implement COPPA notices, delete old data, and be thoughtful about default settings, among other best practices.

Edward Hearn Edward Hearn
Updated on April 19, 2024

Are You Thinking About Risk the Wrong Way?

To make effective risk assessments, you need to understand the difference between relative and absolute risk.