data analytics

The article highlights early AI applications in sub-Saharan Africa, such as a Kenyan farmer receiving weather advice via phone, a Nigerian teacher using a chatbot for math tutoring, and South Africa's revenue authority employing data analytics for tax audits. These examples illustrate AI's potential to drive broader economic transformation in the region.

Mackenzie McAllister graduated with a computer science degree from the University of Missouri but is now seeking data analytics roles after relying heavily on AI tools during her studies. She credits her decision to pivot to challenges with software engineering interviews and the integration of AI in education, which she felt weakened her coding skills.

The Bank of Thailand identified stablecoin transfers designed to evade scrutiny through data analytics, reporting these findings to the securities regulator as part of a 'grey economy' crackdown.

Palantir lost a legal challenge to compel a Swiss magazine to publish its responses to articles about the Swiss government rejecting the company’s services. A Zurich commercial court ruled that only one passage in an article required a published response from Palantir, which lost 22 out of 23 counts in the lawsuit.

Jesse Davis, a computer science professor at KU Leuven, leads a sports analytics lab that uses data-driven strategies to revolutionize soccer tactics, such as intentionally kicking the ball out of bounds to create scoring opportunities. His research, including a 2024 paper titled 'Boot it,' demonstrates how advanced analytics can optimize in-game decisions for professional teams.

Palantir employees are grappling with ethical concerns over the company's projects, particularly those involving government contracts and controversial data analytics work. The article highlights internal debates about whether their technology supports harmful practices, leading to growing unease within the organization.