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Predicting cancer from shopping data
A research team used shopping history records from purchase data tracked on loyalty cards to predict cancer. What should we do that insight now, though?
When algorithms cause harm, should the analyst who builds them go to prison?
For years, social media companies have argued that they bear no responsibility for the harmful content that they promote. Citing technical challenges, freedom of speech
The Metaverse: Where are we now?
One theme dominated technology conferences this year – The Metaverse. What is it, and should it be on your radar? Beyond the hype Many
Launch of the IoA Analytics Tool Kit for Accountancy and Finance
There is no doubt that demand for data and business analysts outstrips supply. Accountants and Finance experts are in an ideal position to upskill to
Did GDPR work?
The introduction of the GDPR legislation in Europe in 2018 changed the way that we talk about data and privacy. But many argue that the
How wealthy is Jeff Bezos?
A new visualisation tool uses the interactive power of online visualizations to demonstrate the size of the gap between the average person and the world’s
IoA Analysts Awards launched to recognise data’s positive impact on business and society
The inaugural Global IoA Analysts Awards 2022 opened on 28th September, celebrating those who are challenging the status quo in the business community through outstanding
Can Blockchain technologies clean up their act?
Ethereum may be finally reducing its dirty practices with a switch to a less energy intensive business model. There is broad agreement among scientists that