People moves (11 Aug 2022): Brevan Howard, YipitData, JPMorgan and more
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Japanese NLP: breaking the language barrier
Why does it seem that few Japanese alternative data providers adopt natural language processing technology? When a Japanese provider claims to adopt AI-driven NLP for sentiment analysis, we often find it comprises little more than user ratings and supervised text classification. In this report, we will explain the challenges in Japanese language text mining and highlight a few vanguard providers tackling such obstacles in Japan. -
Comprehending machine learning explainability: deep neural networks and automated trading
We summarise a recent paper based on a high-frequency trading firm that adopts deep neural network (DNN) machine learning systems for trading functions. The paper considers how we can begin to explain the decisions of DNNs, despite their opacity. -
Data biz in China: State advancing with cross-border transfer regulation
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) recently published three new data-related regulations, including “Measures on the Security Assessment of Cross-Border Data Transfer”. In this intelligence report, we summarise the latest developments in the Chinese data-related regulatory framework and moves by key industry stakeholders. -
My vendor says, “It’s all public data.” Should I be concerned?
Buyers should not accept that assertion without conducting an analysis of the relevant vendor's data and sourcing methods. -
Google delays cookies removal plan to end of 2024
The company said it needed more time to evaluate and test potential replacements that would improve users’ privacy, while “giving businesses the tools they need to succeed online.” -
People moves (28 July 2022): Yodlee, Verition, Tegus and more
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90% of funds find data evaluation process challenging
Hedge funds are reaffirming the importance of data quality and access to new technology – regardless of investment strategy – according to SigTech’s new Hedge Fund Report. -
Natural language processing – a newer paradigm
We reflect on an area of alternative data that has seen substantial growth and evolvement in the past few years. This report examines some newer applications of natural language processing (NLP) we've begun to see emerge within the alternative data space. -
Inflation studies – anticipating official CPI figures with alternative data
With current concerns over rising inflation across major economies, we summarise two studies that anticipate official CPI figures ahead of their release. These studies use high-frequency alternative data sources, which are found to improve the forecast accuracy of inflation models and provide timely insights into global pricing dynamics.