The hottest Data Sharing Substack posts right now

SFTP stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol, and it's a popular method for companies to send and receive data securely, like sending packages in the digital world. Many businesses, even big tech ones, still rely on SFTP instead of newer methods.
Setting up SFTP jobs requires careful planning, especially for user authentication and file encryption. Using SSH keys and methods like PGP encryption helps ensure the data remains safe during transfers.
Although there are more advanced data-sharing technologies emerging, SFTP isn't going away anytime soon. Many companies still rely on SFTP for their data needs, showing its continued importance in the industry.

OpenStreetMap has shown that with teamwork and volunteer efforts, we can create something valuable from scratch. It's amazing how people from different backgrounds come together to improve mapping.
Fear and vanity can hold us back from trying new things. It's important to move beyond just thinking about ideas and actually take action to create something new.
Even if new projects don't succeed, it's okay to experiment. Many ideas might need to evolve or even be completely abandoned to find what really works.

There's a built-in technology in cars for safer driving that's not being utilized properly.
The eCall system can connect drivers to emergency services with just a press of a button, providing important data like location and car details.
The potential of eCall data to optimize emergency response and improve road safety is hindered by lack of integration among different emergency service systems.

Signing up for 'Our Future Health' involves sharing medical data and participating in research.
The process includes completing a detailed health questionnaire and undergoing tests at a clinic.
Volunteers have the option to participate in various aspects of the program and a strong emphasis is placed on the voluntary nature of involvement.

Machines understand models of reality through data, influenced by what is deemed significant, leading to gaps and potential misinterpretations.
Datasets are contextual and not universally applicable, emphasizing the importance of clear documentation and awareness of data limitations.
Creating a 'Tourist's Guide to Datasets' with annotations and personal insights can enhance understanding and avoid misuse when data is reused for different purposes.

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Collaborative computing is shaping the future of data use and value maximization.
Selling data products often means competing against non-consumption and overcoming organizational inertia.
The rise of Chief Data Officers is simplifying the sales process and driving internal data sharing before external collaboration.

Collaborative computing is becoming a trillion-dollar market reshaping how data is used in the economy.
To promote data sharing, companies need to realign incentives, focus on building relationships, work on culture, and segment data by time.
Financial services and healthcare are early adopters of data collaboration tools due to confidentiality and regulation around privacy and data security.

COVID-19 skeptics use data and social media to promote their views. A study analyzed tweets and visual data to uncover their strategies.
New reports on AI development show that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted research and hiring in this field. It highlights how AI technology is being utilized in health-related areas.
Machine learning can struggle with new data it wasn't trained on. Research is ongoing to improve its reliability and performance in real-world situations.

Study found that changing question format from multiple choice to true/false did not significantly affect GPT-3.5's tendency to prefer factual answers
The study showed mixed results for the hypotheses tested regarding the accuracy of answers based on question format and context
Despite some limitations and deviations from the original plan, the study provided insights on how GPT-3.5 performs in providing factual answers

BKAV announced a breakthrough contact tracing solution called Bluezone. It emphasizes privacy, selective proximity tracking, and global collaboration.
Vietnam's approach of building upon existing solutions like DP3T is praised. Publishing technical documentation and addressing shortcomings are suggested for transparency and improvement.
Encouragement is given for BKAV to participate in discussions and share their solution to showcase Vietnam's competency.

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a regulatory framework for open banking to encourage innovation and financial inclusion.
The framework establishes principles for data sharing, including requirements for data and API access, technical design, and information security.
Operational guidelines related to the open banking framework will be provided at a later date.