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Big Data Means More Than Big Profits

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And though they use the massive sets of data they collect to help create a better experience for their consumers (such as customized ads or tailored movie recommendations), their primary goal is to use what they learn to maximize profits. Working together, we can show how Big Data makes more than big profits—it can make a big difference.

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Exciting Social Enterprise Group I met at the Skoll World Forum

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His idea is straightforward: he believe the Middle East/North Africa region is ripe for values-centered for-profit social enterprises that can both make plenty of money and deliver social benefits. Tags: social entrepreneurs Skoll SWF SWF10 social enterprise.

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