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Predictive Analytics Drives Criminal Justice Reform with Recidivism Forecasting

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We have previously talked about the role of predictive analytics in helping solve crimes. However, big data has also led to some concerns with racial profiling and other biases. Fortunately, machine learning and predictive analytics technology can also help on the other side of the equation.

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The Wide World of Data: Enter the Datasphere

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A true data revolution would draw on existing and new sources of data to fully integrate statistics into decision making, promote open access to, and use of, data and ensure increased support for statistical systems UN Data Revolution Group, High Level Panel Report on the Post-2015 Development Agenda.

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Surprising Big Data Advances Unveil Opportunities With Remote Work

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Ian Giles wrote a great article on the intersection of big data and remote work in a Medium post. He pointed out that the remote workforce increased by 115% between 2005 and 2015. He also showed that big data is bringing surprising benefits to the industry. Big data is changing the industry in a lot of ways. Money-saving.

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Data Analytics Contributes to the Abrupt Rise of Clean Energy Investment

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Big data technology has become a major disrupting factor in the energy industry. Many energy conglomerates have started embracing data analytics to expand their markets, respond to new trends, streamline operations and bolster efficiency. The clean energy sector has not been untouched by the big data revolution.