Data Collection

Laying ground for China's big data transformation

7 Apr 2013

When the Obama administration announced its US$200 million Big Data Research and Development Initiative just over a year ago, it opened up myriad business possibilities for American businessmen....

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Hole in Hong Kong's population figures revealed

1 Feb 2013

Pressure over Hong Kong's population policies increased yesterday after the government admitted it had no idea how many foreigners and mainlanders lived in the city.

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'Fake census' officers may be criminally liable

9 Jan 2013

Frontline census officers accused of faking answers in an apparent bid to speed up their work could be criminally liable, and the commissioner says she will lead a task force investigating the...

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US internet rules will restrict data collection on young users

30 Dec 2012

Unbeknown to the lucky children who unwrapped tablets or smartphones this holiday season, new rules issued by Washington to protect their privacy on those devices could have profound implications...

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Leung tries to placate angry parents

31 Jul 2012

The chief executive yesterday sought to reassure the thousands of people who demonstrated against national education on Sunday, as a survey showed that the issue has damaged many Hongkongers' view...

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So what?

27 Jun 2012

'Just because something doesn't do what you planned it to do doesn't mean it's useless.'

Thomas Edison (1847-1931), inventor

'What' is one of the most frequently used...

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Opinion

Hari Kumar

Workers pay the price for our bargains

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Howard Winn

Barry Cheung makes waves in Moscow

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PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW

Look up the website of the company where you are applying for a job. Make sure you are familiar with them before the interview. Dress smartly, but don't overdress. You're going to an interview,...

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Dream of being on stage?

If you have a passion for performing and are below the age of 25, sign up for 'The Stage of Dreams' to show off your talent in music.

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Lying - an integral part of job interviews

A good friend of mine recently applied for his company's general counsel position. The position had recently been vacated and was up for grabs. He had been there for several years and saw this as...

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First impressions

Here are some suggestions for those who are searching for an opening at their favourite university or college.

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In Brief

PolyU promises decision on skipped sampling in survey

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Your quirky queries answered

Primary and secondary students will experience Science Alive next week with the help of the British Council. Starting on Monday, students will learn about some of the intriguing questions facing...

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