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Sequentum Cloud Review

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In the evolving world of data and data-driven economies, modern data gathering tools and services are crucial. So, in this post we’ll review Sequentum Cloud, the cloud-based web data scraping suite enabling non-tech users to gather custom web data. Sequentum Cloud is great for both for gathering business intelligence, such as monitoring competitors to drive data driven decision making or powering content-driven AI applications.


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Sequentum’s users include data engineers, research analysts, compliance and governance managers who can get started immediately and leverage best-in-class technology to get the most precise data to meet their needs.

In the post we want to introduce you to the most important and outstanding features that Sequentum Cloud possesses.

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Scrape CloudFlare life hack

When accessing any CloudFlare protected page Cloudflare’s Turnstile process begins. This system, which serves as an alternative to traditional CAPTCHAs, helps determine whether the user is human or a bot. Upon opening the page in an Incognito Mode, the user encounters a waiting room after successfully solving the Turnstile challenge.

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What is better than residential proxies for web scraping?

Proxies vary significantly in their types and features, serving different purposes in data scraping and web access. They function as intermediaries between data scraping tools and target websites, offering anonymity and helping distribute requests to evade detection by anti-bot systems.

In the post we’ll share on what might be used in case residential proxies are blocked with a target server.

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 reCaptcha solving by 2Captcha service in Puppeteer & Selenium

The 2Captcha service has developed practical guides for solving reCaptcha in Puppeteer and Selenium using grid method. See the repos below:

  1. https://github.com/2captcha/puppeteer-recaptcha-solver-using-clicks
  2. https://github.com/2captcha/selenium-recaptcha-solver-using-grid
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Crawlee library for fast crawler composure

Crawlee is a free web scraping & browser
automation library fitting for composing Node.js (and Python) crawlers.

 
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Playwright Scraper Undetected: Strategies for Seamless Web Data Extraction

Web scraping has become an essential tool for many businesses seeking to gather data and insights from the web. As companies increasingly rely on this method for analytics and pricing strategies, the techniques used in scraping are evolving. It is crucial for scrapers to simulate human-like behaviors to avoid detection by sophisticated anti-bot measures implemented by various websites.

Understanding the importance of configuring scraping tools effectively can make a significant difference in acquiring the necessary data without interruptions. The growth in demand for such data has led to innovations in strategies and technology that assist scrapers in navigating these challenges. This article will explore recent developments in tools and libraries that help enhance the functionality of web scraping procedures.

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Oxylabs’ Web Scraper API – Experience & more

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We’ve succesfully tested the Web-Scraper-API of Oxylabs. It did well to get data off the highly protected sites. One eg. is Zoro.com protected with Akamai, DataDome, CloudFlare and ReCaptcha! See the numerical results here.

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Free Proxy lists

    1. Geonode.com, incl. elite proxies
    2. Free-proxy-list.net
    3. Proxy-list.download
    4. Proxy-sale.com

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    The Importance of Transparency and Trust in Data and Generative AI

    Sharing an informative article by Sarah McKenna (CEO of Sequentum & Forbes Technology Council Member), The Importance Of Transparency And Trust In Data And Generative AI. It includes factors for responsible data collection (aka scraping) and web data usefulness for AI post processing. She touches on security, adherence to regulatory requirements, bias prevention, governance, auditability, vendor evaluation and more. 

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    In the age of data-driven decision-making, the quality of your outcomes depends on the quality of the underlying data. Companies of all sizes seek to harness the power of data, tailored to their specific needs, to understand the market, pricing, opportunities, etc. In this data-rich environment, using generic or unreliable data not only has the intangible costs that prevent companies from achieving their full potential, it has real tangible costs as well.

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    Web Scraping: contemporary business models

    In the evolving world of web data, understanding different business models can greatly benefit you. Since 2010’s, the growth of web scraping has transformed from a niche interest into a widely used practice. As the demand for public data increases, you may find new opportunities in various approaches to data collection and distribution.

    In the post we’ll take a look of 4 business model in the data extraction business:

    • Conventional data providers
    • SaaS providers
    • Data / market intelligence tools
    • Data marketplace (multiple buyers & multiple sellers)
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