Elinext for Forbes: Analyzing Tracing Apps Against Covid-19
November 15, 2021
How Big Data Helped Fight COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the use of technology in public health. Our Forbes article explores how China, India, and Germany leveraged big data to control the virus’s spread.
- China developed the “close-contact detector” app, using surveillance data to assess infection risk and recommend quarantine.
- India launched Aarogya Setu, which used Bluetooth and GPS to track exposure and provide health updates.
- Germany introduced the Corona-Warn-App, allowing anonymous contact tracing via Bluetooth.
These digital tools played a crucial role in identifying infection patterns and enabling targeted interventions. These initiatives demonstrate the critical role of big data and technology in managing public health crises. By analyzing vast amounts of data, governments can identify infection patterns, monitor the virus’s spread, and implement targeted interventions to protect public health.
For a more in-depth analysis of the efficacy of contact tracing apps against COVID-19, you can read our full article on Forbes: Link to the Full Article.
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