Big Data Week in Review: Top 12 Stories
In this week’s review, we take a look at the latest developments in the big data and AI space. From major companies suffering DDoS attacks to new initiatives and investments in the industry, there’s been a lot to keep up with. Here are the top 12 stories from the past week:
1. Dyn Suffers Three Waves of DDoS Attacks
Dyn, a US-based company that provides DNS services to many major websites, has suffered three waves of DDoS attacks. The attacks, which were carried out from across the globe, had a significant impact on the normal functioning of several major websites, including Twitter, BBC, CNN, and the New York Times. The number of IP addresses involved in the attacks reached ten million.
2. AI Big Data Accelerator Launched by 10 Organizations
A joint venture between 10 organizations, including Zhen Cloud Chaos AI Development Camp, Connaught Angel Fund, and Tsinghua Innovative Data Bases, has launched an AI big data accelerator. The accelerator will focus on scientific and technological projects in the field of entrepreneurship, providing professional technical and financial support for pioneering ventures in AI, big data, and other services.
3. Suzhou Industrial Alliance Announces Formal Establishment
The Suzhou Industrial Alliance, a joint venture between Suzhou-related enterprises and institutions, has announced the formal establishment of a data-related organization. The alliance has attracted over 110 companies, including Baidu and Alibaba, and aims to accelerate the development of the big data industry in Suzhou City.
4. Henan Cloud Computing Big Data Industry Alliance Announces Formal Establishment
The Henan Cloud Computing Big Data Industry Association, a joint venture between the Internet Society of Henan Province and industry organizations, has announced the formal establishment of a data-related organization. The alliance aims to integrate universities, businesses, and government in cloud computing and big data, perfecting the big data cloud computing industry and public service support system.
5. New Urbanization Large Database to be Built by State Development and Reform Commission and Tsinghua University
The State Development and Reform Commission has announced a strategic cooperation with Tsinghua University to build a new national urbanization large database. The database will focus on population, land, finance, urban development, policy environment, and urbanization, providing open data resources and sharing.
6. Ministry of Industry Announces Key Projects for Made in China 2025
The Ministry of Industry has issued a notice on the “Made in China 2025 Guide to Key Project” notice, which highlights the construction of two cloud platforms and a common industrial big data platform. The platforms will address the needs of users’ computing and storage resources, providing platform software, application software, and rental services to promote the further development of industrial applications of cloud services.
7. Langchao Group Announces 10 Billion Yuan Big Data Innovation Fund
Langchao Group has announced the establishment of a 10 billion yuan big data innovation fund and released a double-hit action plan, “in malls and off.” The plan includes setting up 100 data planning centers and 100 maker culture centers in 100 cities, supporting 10,000 maker culture, and leading to one million maker culture employment.
8. Hebei Quartet Communications Announces 40 Billion Yuan Investment in Four Large Data Cloud Communication Centers
Hebei Quartet Communications has announced a 40 billion yuan investment in four large data cloud communication centers, with a total installed capacity of 26,000 racks. The project aims to provide users with data center basic products, value-added services, and cloud computing services.
9. Wing Tai Group Announces Acquisition of 100% Stake in Chi Yung Technology
Wing Tai Group has announced its intention to acquire a 100% stake in Chi Yung Technology, a company specializing in carrier-grade software product development, mobile Internet applications, and big data mining analysis services. The acquisition will help achieve the company’s strategic plan for financial holding.
10. Google Acquires Eyefluence, an Eye-Tracking Technology Company
Google has acquired Eyefluence, an eye-tracking technology company that has been developing virtual reality and augmented reality applications. The acquisition will integrate Eyefluence’s eye-tracking technology into Google’s VR product.
11. Xinhua Releases “Flip Know” Through Large Data into the Era of Mass Media Force 2.0
Xinhua News Agency has released a new product, “Flip Know,” which uses large data and cloud computing to monitor and collect data on news media, conduct public opinion monitoring, and provide impact assessment services.
12. Jingdong Announces Launch of “Number of Knowing” Cloud Big Data Services Platform
Jingdong has announced the launch of a one-stop cloud big data services platform, “Number of Knowing,” which provides data acquisition, data storage, data mining, and big data analysis services. The platform will help traditional businesses and government agencies achieve “Internet +.”
13. Leading Media Announces Three New Board Listing
Leading Media, an internet marketing company, has announced its successful listing on the three new board. The company specializes in smart marketing based on large data cloud advertising platforms.
14. Ai Jia Technology Successfully Lists on New Board
Ai Jia Technology, a company specializing in graphene and intelligent big data, has successfully listed on the new board. The company’s graphene products have been applied to various fields, including clothing and protective gear.
These are just a few of the top stories from the past week in the big data and AI space. Stay tuned for more updates and developments in this rapidly evolving industry.