News about open_data on 2021-06-30

Hazy skie as sulfuric smog from Taal volcano envelops Manila
Residents in the Philippines have been warned to stay indoors and wear face masks as a smog continues to spread to the skies of the country’s most active volcanoes, according to volcanologists and seismologists. Why?
Source: arabnews.com
Published on 2021-06-30

Algorithm and blues : avoiding the traps in new tech
In our series of letters from African journalists, Adam Green looks at how algorithms can damage public confidence in the UK’s public sector, and how they can protect the public interest in developing the technology, writes the BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker.
Source: globalgovernmentforum.com
Published on 2021-06-30

Code for Africa : How the pan - African network is empowering citizens
The coronavirus pandemic has led to a surge in the number of news outlets in Africa, according to the latest Reuters Institute report. The BBC’s Chris Roper looks at the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on journalism in African nations - and why.
Source: wan-ifra.org
Published on 2021-06-30

Data revolution set to improve rail travel for passengers
A new single-access platform for rail data is being launched by the Rail Minister, which aims to improve journeys for passengers in England and Wales, the BBC has learned from a new collaboration between the government and the rail industry in partnership with the industry.
Source: gov.uk
Published on 2021-06-30

NAB progresses its data recipient ambitions
The National Bank of England (NAB) has announced it is seeking a new employee to become the first recipient of open data in the financial services ecosystem, according to the BBC's weekly The New York Times newspaper. However, it does not know what it will do.
Source: itnews.com.au
Published on 2021-06-30

Phivolcs clarification : Metro Manila smog contains Taal vog , after all
Scientists in the Philippines have confirmed that volcanic smog from Taal Volcano reached the capital, Metro Manila, earlier this week, and caused a massive haze over its neighbouring provinces and the southern Philippines coast.
Source: newsinfo.inquirer.net
Published on 2021-06-30

Schlumberger And IBM Announce Hybrid Cloud Enterprise Data Management Solution For Energy Sector
Energy operators are being offered a new lease of life for their workplace when it comes to the use of global public cloud, which allows them to share data between teams within the exploration to production (E&P) environment.
Source: oilandgasonline.com
Published on 2021-06-30

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Source: itnewsafrica.com
Published on 2021-06-30

Taal volcanic smog reaches Metro Manila , nearby areas Phivolcs – Manila Bulletin
Air pollution caused by Taal Volcano has spread across parts of the Philippine capital, according to a leading seismology body in the country. They have been linked to the exposure of volcanic smog from human activities, say scientists.
Source: mb.com.ph
Published on 2021-06-30

TrackTik launches Data Lab for companies to manage their data
The use of Operational Technology (OT) in transport is a key part of the physical security world. But what is it and why are companies increasingly vulnerable to cyber-threats, asks Chris Stokel-Walker, chief executive of Shift5.
Source: sourcesecurity.com
Published on 2021-06-30

Turkey mixed record against Islamic State
Welcome to the Middle East's Prospective Professionals (PRO) membership service - here are some of the key facts about the business and policy industry in the UK and elsewhere. Please find out what you need to know about their experiences when it comes to business.
Source: al-monitor.com
Published on 2021-06-30

Vietnam , Singapore Begin Negotiations on Digital Trade Agreement
Singapore and Vietnam have set up a joint technical working group on digital partnerships, which aims to promote the future of digital trade in the region. Here is the full transcript of the initiative presented to the BBC's Asia-Pacific Economic Forum.
Source: thediplomat.com
Published on 2021-06-30