Privacy concerns in the digital era

The current technological revolution has already started to create personal and business opportunities.

For instance, the digitalization reduces geographic constraints so that the sharing economy is encouraged. In addition, the huge amount of information – the so called big data – is now available; thus, the business offering is better customized.

Though, the same innovative revolution “come at a cost in terms of economic disruption, mass distraction and the erosion of privacy”, according to the Innovation Editor John Thornhill.

So, how can these issues be managed, considering for example that the digital development is crucial like the customers protection? Can the personal information be secured?

Read more @ https://www.ft.com/content/643f845a-9bb2-11e7-9a86-4d5a475ba4c5

The future of cars is the electrification

During these years diverse emerging factors such as electric vehicles, hydrogen and autonomous cars are influencing the automotive sector as well as the external environment in terms of reduction of pollution and related benefits.

But the question is: are people prepared for this disruptive transformation? 

And then, how many customers will use the new automobiles, indeed?

The creation of an innovative car like the electric one is necessary but not sufficient; what really counts is ensuring the existence of adequate infrastructures in order to attract the highest percentage of population.

For instance, Tesla is expanding its activity in the Chinese market with the commitment to have 1.000 Superchargers in place by the end of 2017.

It represents a clear signal about the relevance of the electrification in the long-term.

Read more @ https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-commits-1000-superchargers-china-end-2017/  and explore the interactive Superchargers map