Click to learn more about author Iqbal Shaikh. What is Spark Structured Streaming, and how can you put it to use? This article will provide more details to help you get started. Overview of Data Streaming Data streaming refers to endless and continuous data generated with high velocity by thousands of data sources, which send […]
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning Explained
The first reference to artificial intelligence was in a paper written by Alan Turing in 1950, entitled Computing Machinery and Intelligence, where he asked the question, “Can machines think?” Turing’s article, as well as a 1977 paper entitled History of Artificial Intelligence by P. McCorduck are recommended reading for those wanting a greater understanding of […]
5 Ways Data Provenance Can Benefit Your Business
Click to learn more about author Brian Platz. From hackable medical devices to combating fake news, data provenance is growing in importance. In addition to enabling trust and security, data provenance creates efficiencies for data scientists and opens up new lines of business. In a business environment where online trust is low, regulations such as GDPR are forcing […]
The Solution to Overcoming Cyber Threats in a 5G World and Beyond
Click to learn more about author Michael Abad-Santos. As 5G networks continue to roll out worldwide, the looming question of how we can overcome cyber threats continues to elude even the experts. In fact, it is for this very reason the National Security Agency (NSA) released unclassified 5G security guidance, which includes Potential Threat Vectors to 5G […]
How is Bad Data Crippling Your Data Analytics?
Some striking evidence of the impact of bad data can be found in fake email IDs, impersonations on social media, or misuse of stolen financial or personal information. The more widespread harm can be caused by bad data in Data Analytics, where anything from the wrong medical diagnosis to incorrect interpretation of stock history can […]
IoT vs. Serverless Computing
The Internet of Things (IoT) describes an interconnected network of physical and digital devices, sensors, mechanical components, and communication protocols with the ability to transfer and exchange data machine-to-machine or machine-to-interactions. The serverless computing model is cloud-based and all its resources are managed by the service provider. The client is charged based on the consumption […]
The Digital Mesh: How is it Changing Enterprises?
Is this a science fiction movie? No, the digital mesh — the long-awaited gift of connected technologies — is here now. Advanced science and telecommunications technologies together triggered the latest technology disruption, enabling people, processes, and digital devices to engage in a way that is vital for the survival of modern businesses. Landmark Digital Disruption: […]
From Minutes to Microseconds: How Can Businesses Speed up Real-Time Analytics?
Click to learn more about author Eric Raab. For many enterprises, conversations regarding data strategies have shifted from discussing big data to fast data. The ability to understand and act on real-time data insights – often adding the context from historical data – has become a critical differentiator for firms in almost every industry sector […]
Ethics of Data Management in Smart Cities
Click to learn more about author Evelyn Johnson. Smart cities, commonly known as digital cities, use distinctive techniques to implement information and communication technologies (ICT). Creating a diverse ecosystem, smart cities are devoid of an isolated service system. Technologies such as sensors, robots, software, and a network including real-time surveillance have become prime assets to […]
Blockchain Offers Internet of Things Data Quality and Data Security
The rapid advances of blockchain technology and the Internet of Things are changing how business on the internet gets done. Blockchain provides superior data security and Data Quality and, as a consequence, is changing the way people approach big data. This can be quite useful, as security remains a primary concern for Internet of Things […]