It is often stated that ' Data is the new oil ', suggesting that data, like oil, holds immense value but remains unusable if unrefined. While this comparison simplifies, it effectively highlights two significant trends: A fierce competition to capture as much customer data as possible, waged not only by Big Tech and social media giants but also by major e-commerce players and supermarkets through loyalty programs. Growing investments in deriving insights from this accumulated raw data . The advancements in AI play a critical role, yet they merely scratch the surface. Beneath, substantial investments are required in tools to gather, cleanse, structure, and store data. The complexity and associated costs can be substantial. The financial sector, rich in valuable data , has historically underutilized this asset for several reasons: Strict regulatory oversight ensures data usage within the financial sector is heavily controlled. The sector’s reliance on 'trust'
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