Imagine a man, Carl, who walks into a pharmacy, buys an over-the-counter HIV test at his local store. Now imagine that the store, which collects copious amounts of information on its customers, sends ...

This guide was reviewed by a Business News Daily editor to ensure it provides comprehensive and accurate information to aid your buying decision. Modern businesses run on data. Companies regularly ...

"Big data isn't just a buzzword or a passing fad; it is a fundamental, increasingly 'table stakes' capability for companies in all sectors," said Matt Zisow, director of product at online retailer ...

Collecting data on embedded emissions in imports offers a broader and more accurate picture of a country’s carbon footprint, enables informed climate policies, and—with some carrots and sticks—can ...

The Environmental Protection Agency announced earlier this month that it would stop making polluting companies report their greenhouse gas emissions to it, eliminating a crucial tool the US uses to ...

Data should be the backbone and driving force of all business decisions—and you must stay compliant and ethical during the data collection process. With evolving privacy laws and growing consumer ...

A small business with a good data management strategy can have as much success in collecting, leveraging and profiting from data as larger companies. In fact, the relationships small businesses ...

Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information used for research. Collecting data is one of the most important steps in the research process, and is part of all disciplines ...

The high-profile overturning of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court has far-reaching ramifications for citizens and businesses alike, including shining a light on the collection and privacy of ...

On the internet, the personal data users give away for free is transformed into a precious commodity. The puppy photos people upload train machines to be smarter. The questions they ask Google uncover ...

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The number of apps that collect detailed personal data might surprise you. That includes some of the top apps on the App Store and Google Play Store. What I love doing most as the CyberGuy is making a ...