





The Changing Role of the GIS Analyst
Discover how GIS Analysts are evolving from map makers to strategic AI-driven experts shaping enterprise decision-making with cloud-native tools.













Distance-based functions for the spatial analysis of point data in BigQuery
We are pleased to introduce 3 new functions for point data analysis in our Analytics Toolbox for Google Cloud BigQuery: K-nearest neighbors, Local Outlier Factor, & G-function










CARTO raises $61M to lead the way in cloud native spatial analytics
We are delighted to announce the closure of a $61 million Series C round led by New York-based global venture capital & private equity firm Insight Partners










Black Friday Analysis: Why Retailers Should Pay Attention
Discover how retailers can evaluate Black Friday & holiday sales performance using hotspot analysis, Safegraph foot traffic data, and the CARTO platform.










CARTO & Databricks: Bringing Spatial Analysis to the Lakehouse Platform
We are excited to announce CARTO Spatial Extension for Databricks. Discover how to extend the geospatial capabilities of Databricks & sign up for a free trial today!













Geographically weighted regression for spatial analysis in BigQuery
We are pleased to announce that the CARTO Analytics Toolbox for BigQuery now supports the Geographically Weighted Regression method–read about its usage.










How to Create React Apps with Maps & Location Data
Build spatial apps with CARTO for React 1.1, now supporting all the cloud native functionality offered by the latest version of our Location Intelligence platform.










Understanding the Impact of Tree Equity in Chicago
Learn how the University of Chicago built a tree equity solution to understand the impact that tree canopy cover has on social & health outcomes in the city of Chicago.










Announcing CARTO's Spatial Analytics in Snowflake
We are excited to announce CARTO's Spatial Analytics in Snowflake. Discover how to extend the geospatial capabilities of Snowflake & sign up for a free trial today!










Fuel Shortage UK Maps & What Location Data Can Tell Us
Earlier this year many petrol stations in some parts of the UK ran out of fuel. Discover what location data can tell us about the real story behind the long queues.










CARTO presenting at GEO Business 2021, UK’s largest geospatial event
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be attending & presenting at GEO Business 2021, the UK’s largest geospatial event, taking place on November 24 - 25 at ExCeL London.










Announcing the Spatial Data Scientist of the Year 2021
As #SDSC21 draws to a close today, we reflect on the conference & announce the winner of the Spatial Data Scientist of the Year Award!










Today Thousands of Spatial Leaders Gather for #SDSC21
#SDSC21 Online starts today! Join thousands of spatial leaders from around the world over 4 days to discuss & learn about the future of Spatial Data Science.
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