Data is often compared to oil, fueling innovation, economic growth and industry transformation. With the rise of technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), the race for data dominance has only intensified. Politico brought this important and relative topic to us in their article, “The Race for Data Dominance in the Age of AI.”

Everything we do online—from social media and shopping to data from smart devices—generates valuable information. These technologies offer massive potential for harnessing that data, but they also come with serious challenges.

Data privacy and security are major concerns as the growing volume of data increases the risk of breaches and unauthorized access. There are also ethical issues like algorithmic bias, data discrimination and surveillance, which make it tricky to use data-driven tech fairly and responsibly.

By tapping into AI, IoT, edge computing and blockchain, businesses can find new ways to create value and gain an edge in the digital world. But winning the data race isn’t just about having the right tech—it’s about having a strategic vision, strong ethical leadership and a commitment to responsible innovation.

Melody K. Smith

Data Harmony is an award-winning semantic suite that leverages explainable AI.

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