Big Data

/ˈbɪɡ ˈdeɪtə/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Extensive datasets whose volume, variety, and velocity require advanced methods for legal data management, privacy, and compliance analysis.
    The law firm uses big data analytics to identify patterns in regulatory violations.
  2. (n.) The legal field's consideration of privacy, security, and governance issues arising from the collection and use of large-scale digital information.
    Big data raises significant concerns under data protection laws and regulations.

Forms

  • big data

Commentary

In legal contexts, big data primarily concerns challenges related to privacy, consent, and compliance rather than the technical aspects of data management.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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