Today's Data Drippings

Data as an enthusiasm or even hobby is in the air. As noted in an Economist article (Briefing: Clever Cities: The Multiplexed Metropolis –Sept 7 2013, p.21. ) But does close inspection of the results to date tell us the enthusiasm is warranted? Is this truly like the introduction of electricity to the city? Who benefited from the introduction of electricity, and if data is as powerful a game changer, who will benefit most on this go-round? "The importance of political culture will remain," according to the anonymous Economist writer (Ludwig Siegele).