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How data will transform our lives

MANAGED FUNDS Max Riaz

The real world around us is rapidly being digitalised. Consider for a minute the notion that our environment is a living system with infinite characteristics from which we can measure and capture data. This data can then be processed into information to help us have a greater understanding of our environment so we can better manage our lives – for example, predict adverse weather, the impacts of climate change, pollution etc.

Similarly, industry and commerce are also dynamic and living systems in which people trade and machines produce, with systems and processes forever being developed and improved to transform raw inputs into finished goods and services.

The characteristics of these systems are also infinite and the more

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