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This week's Datapro Newsletter discusses the significant increase in infostealer malware , which covertly steals sensitive data such as passwords and financial details. It highlights a major incident in Australia where 31,000 banking credentials were compromised from customers of the "Big Four" banks through individual device infections, not a central breach. The text explains the t...

When a 140 year old company working in mining and cement sold part of it's business, it created new challenges in how to effectively manage its data. In this case study, Tim and Lorenz from Scalefree show us how they approached the challenge and the solutions they found. Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the f...

This source profiles Edgar F. Codd , a British computer scientist who revolutionised data management. It highlights his wartime service and academic background before detailing his groundbreaking relational database model developed at IBM. The text emphasises the shift from complex hierarchical systems to Codd's elegant, logic-based approach using tables and relational algebra . Initially met...

This article from datapro.news introduces reverse prompting , a novel technique aimed at improving productivity for data engineers working with AI. It addresses the issue of prompt engineering fatigue by shifting the interaction paradigm. Instead of users exhaustively crafting prompts, AI models initiate an interview to understand requirements. This interview process, leveraging reasoning-focused...

Join Lorenz and Tim from Scalefree as they talk us through a case study on how to best optimize KPIs using data driven change! Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subscribe

This source from datapro.news outlines the significant shift from traditional Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) to Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO), where AI synthesises information for search results. It emphasises the crucial role of data engineers in adapting to this change by focusing on structured, AI-accessible data. The article provides a playbook for data engineers, covering essential a...

A Labour Party conference in Wellington explored the initial stages of crafting AI policies and regulations in New Zealand, gathering diverse experts to discuss AI's economic impact, ethical implications, and workforce preparation. Conversely, a Talbot Mills survey report from April 2025 examined public and "AI thinker" attitudes towards artificial intelligence. The findings highlig...

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) is presented as a favourable method for integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) within businesses, enabling them to utilise proprietary data effectively. The article highlights the advantages of RAG for enterprises, such as enhanced accuracy, cost-efficiency, and data security when generating AI responses. It outlines typical business applications of RAG, incl...

In early 2018, the Cambridge Analytica scandal exposed the unauthorised collection of Facebook user data for political manipulation. A UK firm obtained information from millions via a personality quiz app, extending its reach to users' friends without consent. This data was reportedly used to create voter profiles and target them with specific political adverts, notably during the 2016 US ele...

This article from datapro.news explores the emerging software engineering trend of "vibe coding" in 2025, where AI language models assist developers by transforming natural language prompts into code. Originating in Silicon Valley, this approach allows developers to act more as "directors," potentially accelerating development and changing the roles of both junior and senior en...

It's the most googled question about data management, right up there with he difference between data management and IT infrastructure - so today we take a bit of a deep dive into the topic to get an explanation on the difference. Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.dat...

Datapro.news presents an article announcing Anthropic's Claude 3.7 Sonnet, a significant advancement for data engineers and developers. This new model boasts a hybrid reasoning system for rapid responses and in-depth analysis, notably improving coding, data analysis, and visualisation tasks. Users report considerable time savings in development, highlighting its large context window and low e...

As we see advancements in technology, like AI systems, develop and Integrate into our day to day lives at a rapid pace, our legislators face the challenge of setting policy and laws around its use. It's a challenge Paul, our host, will be working on directly so he sat down to chat with Pragmaticians James Hartwright to learn about the challenges and opportunities for legislating new technolog...

This datapro.news article from March 2025 explores the landscape of real-time databases essential for modern digital applications. It categorises these systems into transactional (OLTP) and analytical (OLAP) types, highlighting the top five databases in each category along with their key features and ideal use cases. The piece provides a framework for data professionals to choose the right databas...

We're back to basics this week with data Architecture 101 - a comprehensive overview of what data architecture is, how works, what principles guide it and why it's a cornerstone to modern data work. Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subscribe

In this week's datapro.news, we examine  Palantir Technologies' Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP) and its application in mission-critical operations, particularly within defence. It highlights AIP's core Ontology , which unifies data, logic, and action for enhanced decision-making. The article further explains Palantir's emphasis on security and governance through multi-la...

Layered quality types for data sets - that's the easiest way to sum up Medallion Architecture - but how does it work, when should it be deployed and is it right for you and the enterprises you're working with? Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subsc...

Data engineering in 2025 is being shaped by cloud platforms, real-time processing, and AI/ML integration. The shift from ETL to ELT processes with tools like dbt and Apache Airflow are central themes alongside discussions about cost-effectiveness of cloud managed services such as AWS Glue and Snowflake. AI is automating schema inference and pipeline optimisation , while data quality and governance...

The podcast discusses emerging data management trends in 2025, featuring insights from Julian Redmond, CEO of Ignition and Iris, following his global tour. Key topics include the growing adoption of Lakehouse architecture for its flexibility and efficiency, the rise of platforms like Databricks, Snowflake, and Microsoft Fabric, and the increasing role of AI in data integration and analytics. Autom...

The article "2025's Hottest Modern Data Platforms" assesses the leading cloud data warehouse systems in terms of market share, growth, and key differentiators. It highlights Snowflake, Databricks, AWS Redshift, Google BigQuery, and Microsoft Fabric as the dominant players, and points out how each distinguishes itself. Each platform is assessed based on its strengths, optimal use cas...

Learn all about Data Mesh in this week's Data Radio Show! Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subscribe

In this week's Algorithm Report, we compile news updates from around the globe on the latest in Data and AI news. Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subscribe

This article explores the capabilities of AI-powered deep research tools from OpenAI, Google, and Perplexity AI.  These platforms use advanced language models to automate complex, multi-step research processes. The analysis compares their technical specifications, performance benchmarks, and practical applications, highlighting their potential to transform various sectors like academia, market int...

The video "Data Battlegrounds - The DOGE Invasion" explores the growing battle over data control, focusing on Elon Musk’s involvement in U.S. government operations through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The discussion highlights concerns about data privacy, AI bias, and the ethical responsibilities of data professionals. It examines how different AI models interpret worl...

The latest news updates from the world of data and AI, to keep you informed of how the industry is moving. Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subscribe