August 2021 Summaries

Hex, a platform for working with sensitive customer data, emphasizes its commitment to security and privacy by implementing industry-leading controls, data minimization, and secure-by-design architecture. The company has obtained both SOC 2 Type I and Type II reports, which attest to the effectiveness of their processes and systems in ensuring the security and availability of customers' data over time. Hex continues to pursue additional certifications while maintaining a strong focus on security for customer trust.

SQL and Python have emerged as the most popular languages in data science due to their ease of use, flexibility, and rich ecosystems. However, they often work in isolation, leading to fragmentation and friction for users who want to leverage both languages in a single workflow. Hex introduces Dataframe SQL, which allows seamless integration between SQL and Python within the same project, enabling users to combine their strengths and create more efficient data analysis processes. This new feature breaks down the barriers between these two languages, allowing users to transition between them as needed while maintaining all the benefits of each language.