Auckland's Digital Dilemma: The Rise of Data Dumps Auckland, New Zealand, like many modern cities, faces a growing challenge: the accumulation of digital waste. This isn't about physical landfills overflowing with old computers and hard drives (though that's a related issue). Instead, it's about the vast, often forgotten, troves of data residing in cloud storage, old servers, and personal devices. These "data dumps" represent a significant problem for individuals, businesses, and even the environment. The sheer volume of data being generated daily is staggering. From social media posts and online transactions to sensor data and business analytics, the digital realm is expanding exponentially. Much of this data becomes obsolete or irrelevant over time, yet it continues to consume storage space and energy, contributing to a growing digital carbon footprint. Auckland's businesses and residents are increasingly aware of this issue and are seeking innovati...
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