Air pollution is a major problem in China. Beijing has been named the worst polluted city in the world. In partnership with IBM, the government is using technology and data to predict the occurrence of smog three days in advance and adjust city traffic accordingly.

Choosing the right location for a fast food store has always been paramount. But after the economic crisis hit the fast food industry harder than expected, companies began adopting a data-driven approach to opening new stores. How does it minimise the risk?

Using location-based demographic data purchased from mobile carriers, StreetLight Data provides insights into how people move through cities, and where they spend time. But as privacy concerns grow, what are the benefits for consumers?