Data wrangling

ICO reassures employers they can share staff data in a mental health emergency

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has published new guidance to give employers more certainty about sharing their workers’ personal details in a mental health emergency.

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  • The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has published new guidance to give employers more certainty about sharing their workers’ personal details in a mental health emergency.
  • Chris Hogan, ICO Head of Regulatory Strategy, said:
    “We want to reassure employers that during a mental health emergency they should share necessary and proportionate information without delay with relevant and appropriate emergency services or health professionals.
  • The ICO also has a data sharing hub with useful guides on when and how to share personal information.
  • - To report a concern to the ICO telephone our helpline 0303 123 1113 or go to ico.org.uk/concerns.

ICO fines Wigan-based Pinnacle Life £80,000 for “predatory” spam call campaign

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

Wigan-based company Pinnacle Life has been fined £80,000 by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for a year-long unlawful spam phone call campaign.

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Wigan-based company Pinnacle Life has been fined £80,000 by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for a year-long unlawful spam phone call campaign.

MWC2024: Huawei Releases Scenario-Specific Solutions for Retail Industry

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

The retail industry is closely intertwined with people's daily lives.

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  • The retail industry is closely intertwined with people's daily lives.
  • The Smart Retail Solution that Huawei released at MWC 2024 consists of four scenario-specific solutions.
  • These solutions have been used by large retail chains in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.
  • Looking ahead, Huawei's Smart Retail Solution will continue to fuel the digitalization and intelligent upgrade of retail companies, ultimately bringing more enjoyable shopping experiences to consumers worldwide.

Global Next-Generation Smart Grid Solutions Market was valued at $ 11.6 Billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 22.4% through 2030

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Monday, February 26, 2024

The next-generation smart grid solutions market is experiencing significant growth and innovation as utilities worldwide seek to modernize and enhance the efficiency of their power distribution systems.

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  • The next-generation smart grid solutions market is experiencing significant growth and innovation as utilities worldwide seek to modernize and enhance the efficiency of their power distribution systems.
  • This market is characterized by the integration of advanced technologies such as smart meters, grid automation, communication networks, and artificial intelligence.
  • Major players in the market, including General Electric (GE), Siemens, ABB, and Schneider Electric, are at the forefront of providing comprehensive smart grid solutions.
  • These trends collectively underscore the broad and transformative impact of smart grid technologies across diverse end-user segments.

Global Next-Generation Smart Grid Solutions Market was valued at $ 11.6 Billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 22.4% through 2030

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 26, 2024

The next-generation smart grid solutions market is experiencing significant growth and innovation as utilities worldwide seek to modernize and enhance the efficiency of their power distribution systems.

Key Points: 
  • The next-generation smart grid solutions market is experiencing significant growth and innovation as utilities worldwide seek to modernize and enhance the efficiency of their power distribution systems.
  • This market is characterized by the integration of advanced technologies such as smart meters, grid automation, communication networks, and artificial intelligence.
  • Major players in the market, including General Electric (GE), Siemens, ABB, and Schneider Electric, are at the forefront of providing comprehensive smart grid solutions.
  • These trends collectively underscore the broad and transformative impact of smart grid technologies across diverse end-user segments.

LSPedia Unveils OneScan 7.1: A Leap into the Future of Pharma Traceability and Compliance

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Monday, February 19, 2024

OneScan 7.1 is a transformative upgrade with cutting-edge capabilities that redefine global traceability, compliance, and supply chain efficiency.

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  • OneScan 7.1 is a transformative upgrade with cutting-edge capabilities that redefine global traceability, compliance, and supply chain efficiency.
  • OneScan 7.1 introduces state-of-the-art global traceability features that empower pharmaceutical companies with an unprecedented ability to track and manage products on a global scale.
  • Compliance remains at the forefront of OneScan 7.1, boasting significant enhancements in the Compliance Cloud.
  • Riya Cao, the visionary CEO of LSPedia, expressed her excitement about the release stating "OneScan 7.1 is a game-changer for LSPedia and the pharmaceutical industry.

Practical tips for small beauty and wellbeing businesses this Valentine’s Day

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

That’s the message from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK regulator for data protection, at what is often a busy time for those in the beauty and wellbeing trade.

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  • That’s the message from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK regulator for data protection, at what is often a busy time for those in the beauty and wellbeing trade.
  • Most small businesses in this sector have information about people.
  • This could be customer appointment or payment details, sensitive information about their allergies, staff details, or supplier contacts.
  • There’s also a new simple beginners guide to data protection with useful quick tips to help small businesses get started on their data protection journey, or to help them review their existing practices.

Philippines Home Finance Market Booms: Unlocking a $141.2 Billion Opportunity by 2027: Ken Research

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Ken Research's " Philippines Home Finance Market Outlook to 2027" report predicts a steady 3.7% CAGR, translating to a staggering $141.2 billion market size by 2027.

Key Points: 
  • Ken Research's " Philippines Home Finance Market Outlook to 2027" report predicts a steady 3.7% CAGR, translating to a staggering $141.2 billion market size by 2027.
  • Beyond facilitating homeownership, the Philippines' home finance market plays a crucial role in stimulating economic growth, fostering financial inclusion, and empowering Filipinos to achieve their dream homes.
  • Favorable Demographics: A young and growing population with aspirations for homeownership presents a large potential customer base for the market.
  • The Philippines' home finance market is ripe for growth, offering exciting opportunities for businesses, investors, and policymakers.

Philippines Home Finance Market Booms: Unlocking a $141.2 Billion Opportunity by 2027: Ken Research

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Ken Research's " Philippines Home Finance Market Outlook to 2027" report predicts a steady 3.7% CAGR, translating to a staggering $141.2 billion market size by 2027.

Key Points: 
  • Ken Research's " Philippines Home Finance Market Outlook to 2027" report predicts a steady 3.7% CAGR, translating to a staggering $141.2 billion market size by 2027.
  • Beyond facilitating homeownership, the Philippines' home finance market plays a crucial role in stimulating economic growth, fostering financial inclusion, and empowering Filipinos to achieve their dream homes.
  • Favorable Demographics: A young and growing population with aspirations for homeownership presents a large potential customer base for the market.
  • The Philippines' home finance market is ripe for growth, offering exciting opportunities for businesses, investors, and policymakers.

ICO urges all app developers to prioritise privacy

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

The Information Commissioner’s Office is reminding all app developers to ensure they protect users’ privacy, following the regulator’s review of period and fertility apps. 

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The Information Commissioner’s Office is reminding all app developers to ensure they protect users’ privacy, following the regulator’s review of period and fertility apps.