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Rare species can be mapped more accurately with new statistical approach

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  Information on Earth's biodiversity is increasingly collected using DNA-, image- and audio-based sampling. At the same time, new statistical analysis methods are being developed to make more out of the collected data, providing detailed information on Earth's biodiversity and its status. Now, an international research group has developed a new statistical approach for jointly modeling the distributions of up to millions of species. The new approach improves predictions especially on rare species that have remained difficult to model with earlier approaches. Earth is home to several millions of species, and only a fraction of nature's diversity is currently known. One reason for this is that many rare species are difficult to detect, which means that we may not even know about their existence, or at least that there is a lack of information available to evaluate their endangerment status. This can lead to inaccurate and incomplete assessments of their abundance and the rea...
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Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage

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  Our planet’s survival depends on the precious link with soil. Over 95 percent of our food comes from soils. Besides, they supply 15 of the 18 naturally occurring chemical elements essential to plants. However, in the face of climate change and human activity, our soils are being degraded. Erosion disrupts the natural balance, reducing water infiltration and availability for all forms of life, and decreasing the level of vitamins and nutrients in food. Sustainable soil management practices, such as minimum tillage, crop rotation, organic matter addition, and cover cropping, improve soil health, reduce erosion and pollution, and enhance water infiltration and storage. These practices also preserve soil biodiversity, improve fertility, and contribute to carbon sequestration, playing a crucial role in the fight against climate change. World Soil Day 2024 (WSD) campaign, under the theme Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage underscores the importance of accurate s...
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Baku hosts 3rd International Statistical Forum

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The 3rd International Statistics Forum on the theme “Prospects of Statistical Development: The Role of International Projects” has commenced in Baku. First, the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was played. The forum will address reforms and development prospects in national statistical systems, the implementation of the latest version of the National Reporting System (NRS-2025) adopted by the UN Statistical Commission, and the international comparison program based on purchasing power parity. The event will also cover discussions on the 2030 round of population and housing censuses, monitoring of the Sustainable Development Goals, and issues related to sectoral and cross-sectoral projects. Additionally, the effectiveness of initiatives concerning information technologies, integration of statistical data, institutional decisions, and capacity development in statistics will be evaluated. Ali Asadov, Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan read out President o...
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Healthcare Data Breach Statistics

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  The HIPAA Journal has compiled healthcare data breach statistics from October 2009, when the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) started publishing summaries of healthcare data breaches on its website. This page is regularly updated to reflect the latest healthcare data breach statistics. These statistics and graphs were last updated on September 20, 2025, and are based on data obtained from OCR up to and including September 19, 2025.  Check back regularly to get the latest healthcare data breach statistics and healthcare data breach trends. You can view our 2024 healthcare data breach report here. You can also receive a free copy of our HIPAA Compliance Checklist to understand your organization’s responsibilities under HIPAA. Trends In Healthcare Data Breach Statistics Our healthcare data breach statistics clearly show there has been an upward trend in data breaches over the past 14 years, with 2021 seeing mo...
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Big Data As A Service Bdaas Market Segmentation Analysis by Application, Type, and Key Players-Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, IBM Corporation, Google Cloud Platform, Oracle Corporation

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  New Jersey, US State: "The global Big Data As A Service Bdaas market in the Information Technology and Telecom category is projected to reach USD 62.54 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.4% from 2025 to 2031. With rising industrial adoption and continuous innovation in Information Technology and Telecom applications, the market is estimated to hit USD 25.36 billion in 2024, highlighting strong growth potential throughout the forecast period." Big Data As A Service (BDaaS) Market Size & Forecast 2033 The Big Data As A Service (BDaaS) Market is projected to achieve rapid growth by 2033, driven by rising demand for flexible, scalable, and cost-effective data management solutions. Enterprises are increasingly leveraging BDaaS platforms to handle large and complex datasets, enabling advanced analytics and insights without heavy infrastructure investments. Industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, and telecommunications are adopting BDaaS to improve efficiency, ...
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Bureau of Labor Statistics postpones key data report

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  Why it matters : The BLS — charged with collecting critical data on employment, prices and more — did not explain the reasoning for the delay or when it might ultimately be released. There is heightened concern about the future of U.S. statistics, including the politicization and accuracy of crucial data that affects the stock market and interest rates. Zoomin : The BLS said on Friday that the annual release of consumer expenditures data — initially set for Tuesday — would be "rescheduled to a later date." "We will update users when more information is available," the notice said. The Bureau of Labor Statistics did not respond to a request for a comment. Neither did The Department of Labor, which oversees the statistics agency. Thebig picture : The data offers key insights about consumer activity in any given year, including expenditures, income and demographic information. It is the only "federal h...
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As energy and AI links grow, new IEA observatory provides latest data and analysis

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First-of-its-kindplatform will feature up-to-date information on energy demand from data centresand how artificial intelligence is optimising energy sector As artificial intelligence boosts global electricity demand from data centres and increasingly transforms how the energy sector works, the IEA has launched a new Energy and AI Observatory to closely monitor and analyse the interconnections between the energy sector and this fast-evolving technology. The Observatory includes new interactive tools to explore data centre electricity consumption and digital infrastructure by region, helping visualise these valuable datasets and ensure they are accessible to a wide range of stakeholders. It also features 20 case studies that show how AI is being deployed across the energy sector, following a public call for submissions that showcase current best practices. Its release follows the publication in April of a groundbreaking IEA special report,  Energy and AI , which offer...
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