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Nov 18 2025HEALTH

How Experts Can Make Data Work for Them in Fighting Germs

Data is becoming a big help in the fight against germs. But just having data isn't enough. The real challenge is using it in the right way. Right now, there's a lot we don't know about what infectious disease control (IDC) experts need from data to do their jobs better. Using data in IDC is still n

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Sound and Data: A New Way to Understand Health and Energy

Data can tell us a lot. But how can we make it more engaging? One way is through sound. This is called sonification. It turns data into sound. But most sonification tools are not interactive. They don't let users play around with the sounds in real-time. That's a problem because interaction can help

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Nov 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

How to Keep Data Safe in Big Computer Hubs

Data centers are like the brains of many businesses. They hold important information and keep things running smoothly. But as these centers grow, keeping data safe becomes a big challenge. One way to tackle this is by using a special method called broadcast signcryption. This method helps to send se

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Oct 29 2025FINANCE

The Growing Threat of Fake Identity Fraud

Financial fraud is evolving, and one of the most alarming trends is synthetic identity fraud. This type of fraud, often referred to as "Frankenstein fraud, " involves creating a fake identity by combining real and fabricated information. Unlike traditional identity theft, where a criminal steals and

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Oct 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tennessee's Big Bet on Data: Why the Future is Here

Data is everywhere, and it's growing at an incredible pace. In 2024, the world created, copied, or consumed about 149 zettabytes of data. To put that into perspective, one gigabyte can hold around 200 songs or 30 minutes of HD video. Now, imagine multiplying that by 149 trillion. That's the amount o

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Aug 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Google Cloud is Tackling the Boring Side of Data Work

Data is crucial for businesses, but getting it ready for use is often a tedious task. Google Cloud has introduced AI agents to make this process easier. These agents can handle various data tasks, from creating pipelines to performing machine learning workflows. The goal is to reduce the 80% of time

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Jul 03 2025FINANCE

Financial Markets and Global Risks: A Closer Look

Financial markets are like a big, interconnected web. When one part shakes, the rest feels it too. This is especially true when it comes to health scares and political tensions. Let's dive into how these factors affect different investments, like oil, gas, gold, and even Bitcoin. First, think about

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Jun 17 2025FINANCE

Retail Slump: Why May Saw a Dip in Consumer Spending

Consumer spending took a hit in May, with retail sales dropping by 0. 9\%. This decline was worse than the predicted 0. 6\% decrease, according to seasonally adjusted figures. The slowdown was largely due to a drop in gas sales and growing economic uncertainty. This dip followed a modest 0. 1\% decr

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Jun 12 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Costs of Head and Neck Cancer

Financial stress is a big problem for people with head and neck cancer. Most studies look at this issue at just one moment in time. This approach misses out on the long-term effects. It's like taking a snapshot instead of watching a movie. The full story of financial stress in cancer patients is

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Jun 11 2025HEALTH

Caregivers Get a Financial Boost

Financial stress is a big deal for many caregivers. They often have to manage money for both themselves and the person they care for. To tackle this issue, a new online program called "Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances" was created. This program is designed to help caregivers understan

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