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Beyond AI doomerism: Navigating hype vs. reality in AI risk
As AI becomes increasingly widespread, viewpoints featuring both sensationalism and real concern are shaping discussions about the technology and its implications for the future. Continue Reading
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Mixture-of-experts models explained: What you need to know
By combining specialized models to handle complex tasks, mixture-of-experts architectures can improve efficiency and accuracy for large language models and other AI systems. Continue Reading
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AI hardware vendors band together to challenge Nvidia
An industry group including Arm and Intel seeks to increase the number of options in the AI market and decrease developers' dependence on GPUs. Continue Reading
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Deriving value from generative AI with the right use case
The technology will be valuable to tech vendors. For users, a return on investment will depend on the applications as well as whether enterprises choose to build or buy their models. Continue Reading
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The need for common sense in AI systems
Building explainable and trustworthy AI systems is paramount. To get there, computer scientists Ron Brachman and Hector Levesque suggest infusing common sense into AI development. Continue Reading
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Autonomous AI agents: A progress report
Now in the early stages of development, AI agents using LLMs might one day number in the billions, operate networks of interconnected ecosystems and alter the commercial landscape. Continue Reading
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Explore real-world use cases for multimodal generative AI
Multimodal generative AI can integrate and interpret multiple data types within a single model, offering enterprises a new way to improve everyday business processes. Continue Reading
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Manufacturing group uses AI for EHS safety compliance
To pinpoint risky and dangerous incidents in workplace environments without having to sift through thousands of data points, a manufacturing group turned to Benchmark Gensuite. Continue Reading
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AI, the 2024 U.S. election and the spread of disinformation
Generative technology-fueled deepfakes could interfere with the November election due to ease of use and power of the technology. The outlook for regulation seems dim. Continue Reading
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A guide to artificial intelligence in the enterprise
AI in the enterprise is changing how work is done, but companies must overcome various challenges to derive value from this powerful and rapidly evolving technology. Continue Reading
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Challenges the fintech industry faces with generative AI
As the new technology has exploded in other industries, financial organizations are also exploring how they can apply it. However, regulatory requirements hinder fast adoption. Continue Reading
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AI regulation: What businesses need to know in 2024
The rapid evolution and adoption of AI tools has policymakers scrambling to craft effective AI regulation and laws. Law professor Michael Bennett analyzes what's afoot in 2024. Continue Reading
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10 top AI and machine learning trends for 2024
Custom enterprise models, open source AI, multimodal -- learn about the top AI and machine learning trends for 2024 and how they promise to transform the industry. Continue Reading
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Compare GPUs vs. CPUs for AI workloads
GPUs are often presented as the vehicle of choice to run AI workloads, but the push is on to expand the number and types of algorithms that can run efficiently on CPUs. Continue Reading
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Five generative AI trends to look for in 2024
The boom will persist as enterprises become acclimated to the technology. More enterprises will start using genAI systems and organizations will incorporate governance measures. Continue Reading
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Big money investments, not acquisitions, fuel GenAI startups
With the generative AI explosion comes a new trend for the tech giants. Instead of buying smaller companies, big cloud vendors are partnering with the startups. Continue Reading
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Generative AI as a copilot for finance and other sectors
While many fear that the popularity of large language models could lead to job loss and replacement, some industries such as finance and education are using AI to augment workers. Continue Reading
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Transformer neural networks are shaking up AI
Introduced in 2017, transformers were a breakthrough in modeling language that enabled generative AI tools such as ChatGPT. Learn how they work and their uses in enterprise settings. Continue Reading
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How do LLMs like ChatGPT work?
AI expert Ronald Kneusel explains how transformer neural networks and extensive pretraining enable large language models like GPT-4 to develop versatile text generation abilities. Continue Reading
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Demystifying AI with a machine learning expert
In this interview, author Ronald Kneusel discusses his new book 'How AI Works,' the recent generative AI boom and tips for those looking to enter the AI field. Continue Reading
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The future of generative AI: How will it impact the enterprise?
Learn how generative AI will affect organizations in terms of capabilities, enterprise workflows and ethics, and how the technology will shape enterprise use cases. Continue Reading
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What is the future of machine learning?
Machine learning is changing how we write code, diagnose illnesses and create content, but implementation requires careful consideration to maximize benefits and mitigate risks. Continue Reading
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How to build a machine learning model in 7 steps
Building a machine learning model is a multistep process involving data collection and preparation, training, evaluation, and ongoing iteration. Follow these steps to get started. Continue Reading
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Supervised vs. unsupervised learning: Experts define the gap
Learn the characteristics of supervised learning, unsupervised learning and semisupervised learning and how they're applied in machine learning projects. Continue Reading
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Generative AI in business: Fast uptake, earmarked funding
More than half of IT and business decision-makers said they have generative AI on the near-term adoption track, according to a report from TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy Group. Continue Reading
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What is regression in machine learning?
Regression in machine learning helps organizations forecast and make better decisions by revealing the relationships between variables. Learn how it's applied across industries. Continue Reading
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Machine learning regularization explained with examples
Regularization in machine learning refers to a set of techniques used by data scientists to prevent overfitting. Learn how it improves ML models and prevents costly errors. Continue Reading
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Build a natural language processing chatbot from scratch
In this excerpt from the book 'Natural Language Processing in Action,' you'll walk through the steps of creating a simple chatbot to understand how to start building NLP pipelines. Continue Reading
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Q&A: How to start learning natural language processing
In this Q&A, 'Natural Language Processing in Action' co-author Hobson Lane discusses how to start learning NLP, including benefits and challenges of building your own pipelines. Continue Reading
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Attributes of open vs. closed AI explained
What's the difference between open vs. closed AI, and why are these approaches sparking heated debate? Here's a look at their respective benefits and limitations. Continue Reading
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Top 12 machine learning use cases and business applications
Machine learning applications are increasing the efficiency and improving the accuracy of business functions ranging from decision-making to maintenance to service delivery. Continue Reading
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8 areas for creating and refining generative AI metrics
When gauging the success of generative AI initiatives, metrics should be agreed upon upfront and focus on the performance of the model and the value it delivers. Continue Reading
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10 top resources to build an ethical AI framework
Several standards, tools and techniques are available to help navigate the nuances and complexities in establishing a generative AI ethics framework that supports responsible AI. Continue Reading
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Q&A: Expert tips for running machine learning in production
In this interview, 'Designing Machine Learning Systems' author Chip Huyen shares advice and best practices for building and maintaining ML systems in real-world contexts. Continue Reading
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Compare machine learning vs. software engineering
Although machine learning has a lot in common with traditional programming, the two disciplines have several key differences, author and computer scientist Chip Huyen explains. Continue Reading
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What vendors must know about the AI assistant craze
More vendors are introducing products to assist enterprises and consumers complete mundane tasks. But there's a need to be strategic and transparent with these products. Continue Reading
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What is boosting in machine learning?
Boosting is a technique used in machine learning that trains an ensemble of so-called weak learners to produce an accurate model, or strong learner. Learn how it works. Continue Reading
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CNN vs. RNN: How are they different?
Convolutional and recurrent neural networks have distinct but complementary capabilities and use cases. Compare each model architecture's strengths and weaknesses in this primer. Continue Reading
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How to detect AI-generated content
AI- or human-generated? To test their reliability, six popular generative AI detectors were asked to judge three pieces of content. The one they got wrong may surprise you. Continue Reading
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The implications of generative AI for trust and safety
Leaving generative AI unchecked risks flooding platforms with disinformation, fraud and toxic content. But proactive steps by companies and policymakers could stem the tide. Continue Reading
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IT observability tool proliferation fuels AIOps deployments
Enterprise Strategy Group's Jon Brown discusses the latest findings in his newly released report on observability in IT and application infrastructures and integrating AIOps. Continue Reading
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AI existential risk: Is AI a threat to humanity?
What should enterprises make of the recent warnings about AI's threat to humanity? AI experts and ethicists offer opinions and practical advice for managing AI risk. Continue Reading
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How different industries benefit from edge AI
From manufacturing to energy and healthcare, edge AI is promising to various industries. It brings data processing and analysis closer to data sources. Continue Reading
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Tribe 9 Foods uses digital twin technology from AI startup
The food manufacturer saves time and money by using the startup's technology to gain insight into what consumers think about products it has released or is considering releasing. Continue Reading
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Sport teams drive sales leads with an AI digital assistant
American soccer club Louisville City and the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks use Conversica to target the most promising leads for their sales teams and drive profit for their organizations. Continue Reading
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ChatGPT vs. GPT: How are they different?
Although the terms ChatGPT and GPT are both used to talk about generative pre-trained transformers, there are significant technical differences to consider. Continue Reading
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CNN vs. GAN: How are they different?
Convolutional neural networks and generative adversarial networks are both deep learning models but differ in how they work and are used. Learn the ins and outs of CNNs and GANs. Continue Reading
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How construction is an Industry 4.0 application for AI
Industry 4.0 is best known for enhancing the manufacturing sector, but the construction industry is another good use case for AI and related tools. Continue Reading
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Exploring GPT-3 architecture
With 175 billion parameters, GPT-3 is one of the largest and most well-known neural networks available for natural language applications. Learn why people are so pumped about it. Continue Reading
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GANs vs. VAEs: What is the best generative AI approach?
The use of generative AI is taking off across industries. Two popular approaches are GANs, which are used to generate multimedia, and VAEs, used more for signal analysis. Continue Reading
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Snapchat's My AI uses ChatGPT, but not all enterprises can
The social media app's new AI chatbot uses the latest OpenAI technology. However, OpenAI's privacy policy might make it difficult for enterprises to use the large language model. Continue Reading
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ElevenLabs and the risks of voice-generating AI
The startup's technology is popular among content creators and also bad actors who use it maliciously. But the AI voice platform also raises the issue of what's real and fake. Continue Reading
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VR platform aims to give retailers entry into the metaverse
Through a partnership with SAP, Obsess integrated the e-commerce platform within its virtual stores to create an interface that engages young consumers. Continue Reading
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Federal report focuses on AI diversity and ethics
A national group formed to advance the research and development of AI in the U.S. proposes ways to add more variety among students, educators and researchers studying AI. Continue Reading
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Implications of AI art lawsuits for copyright laws
Lawsuits filed by Getty Images and several artists could determine whether generative AI developers can use copyrighted materials as part of their training data sets. Continue Reading
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How a digital retail firm uses enterprise search
Glean trains language models based on a customer's documents and other stored content. Its platform sits on users' technology stack to provide for smooth integration. Continue Reading
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AI examples that can be used effectively in agriculture
AI technologies can be utilized in agriculture for increased visibility into factors affecting crops, increased efficiency and minimized risk. Continue Reading
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Four AI trends to look for in 2023
From a new algorithm law to combat hiring bias in New York City to the growth of generative tools and technologies, AI will keep growing and be used by more enterprises next year. Continue Reading
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How AI can assist industries in environmental protection efforts
While technology for environmental protection isn't a new concept, AI advancements empower businesses to achieve sustainable operations. Continue Reading
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Making avatars and metaverse technologies more mature
While a digital human is likely to capture the attention of enterprises, those interacting with the avatar see ways the virtual being can be improved to help humans. Continue Reading
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Evaluating multimodal AI applications for industries
Various industries, including healthcare and media, are currently making use of multimodal AI applications and have determined that the benefits outweigh drawbacks. Continue Reading
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Enterprise applications of the metaverse slow but coming
From holographic avatars to training surgeons, metaverse applications for enterprises are many. But the technology for organizations is still in its infancy. Continue Reading
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Augmentation a better approach than automation for AI
Fears that robots will replace human workers grow as technologists create new tools that imitate what humans do. Instead, industries should focus on using AI to complement humans. Continue Reading
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How AI in weather prediction can aid human intelligence
AI and machine learning models are becoming more widely used in climate prediction and disaster preparedness to aid experts without replacing them. Continue Reading
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James Earl Jones, AI and the growing voice cloning market
The growing text-to-speech and speech-to-speech market is sparking new enterprise applications. However, the technologies also raise concerns about privacy and misuse of the tools. Continue Reading
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Why and when to consider a feature store in machine learning
Feature stores exist to make data for training machine learning models reusable. Explore both the benefits and challenges of feature stores that organizations can experience. Continue Reading
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The long-term answer to fixing bias in AI systems
The technology is exploding with new developments daily. However, problems with training data can lead to bias. Fixing it requires retraining the data and educating users. Continue Reading
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Digital twin consortium accelerates growth of the technology
Through its working groups, the consortium helps organizations deal with challenges in managing systems and data related to the technology. The subgroups publish their findings. Continue Reading
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Industries leading the way in conversational AI
Learn how companies in vertical markets are using conversational AI and even partnering with AI developers for software that's tailored to their unique business needs. Continue Reading
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National Grid saves $2 million by partnering with AI startup
The gas and electric company used AiDash to realize efficiencies and improve reliability and vegetation management in Massachusetts after a challenging year. Continue Reading
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How businesses can benefit from conversational AI applications
Conversational AI tools have traditionally been limited in scope, but as they become more humanlike, businesses have realized their potential and applied them to more use cases. Continue Reading
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Facing labor shortage, pizza franchise turns to AI phone bot
Jet's Pizza says OrderAI Talk frees up employees, keeps consumers from enduring long wait times and is an option for those who prefer using the phone to text ordering. Continue Reading
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New AI ethics advisory board will deal with challenges
Created by the Institute for Experiential AI at Northeastern University, the board will help organizations without internal audit boards but will face some challenges. Continue Reading
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The white-box model approach aims for interpretable AI
The white-box model approach to machine learning makes AI interpretable since algorithms are easy to understand. Ajay Thampi, author of 'Interpretable AI,' explains this approach. Continue Reading
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How the economic downturn is affecting the AI sector
Enterprise budget cutting is slowing AI projects. Vendors may not feel the impact now but likely won't be spared. Meanwhile, venture capitalists have cut back investments. Continue Reading
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A closer look at what makes the AI tool Dall-E powerful
The language processing tool differs from most chatbots because it has access to specialized data sets. This makes it powerful, but also potentially dangerous. Continue Reading
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The future of data science: Career outlook and industry trends
The future of data science as a profession is unclear, as new technologies change the responsibilities of data scientists. It may also soon change the nature of the job. Continue Reading
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AI for video editing: How one startup is doing it
The vendor's Magnifi platform enables enterprises to generate clips from live or prerecorded videos. The platform uses AI and computer vision to create short clips. Continue Reading
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How enterprises can establish an AI-first data strategy
Enterprises looking to mature in their use of AI must focus on the information they're putting into their models. Their models should create trust in their business. Continue Reading
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How hybrid chatbots improve customer experience
Hybrid chatbots combine human intelligence with AI used in standard chatbots to improve customer experience. Learn how industries are using them to engage with customers. Continue Reading
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Hybrid AI examples demonstrate its business value
As businesses weigh the potential benefits of implementing AI systems, hybrid AI examples demonstrate the technology's practical value for businesses. Continue Reading
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How AI and automation play a role in ITOps
Tech professionals agree that AI, intelligent automation and cybersecurity play important roles in the enterprise and can revolutionize ITOps when implemented and used correctly. Continue Reading
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Combating AI bias in the financial sector
Companies must use explainable AI to avoid making unfair and biased decisions about consumers. Some use machine learning tools; others avoid personally identifying information. Continue Reading
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Stochastic processes have various real-world uses
The breadth of stochastic point process applications now includes cellular networks, sensor networks and data science education. Data scientist Vincent Granville explains how. Continue Reading
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Stochastic point processes and their practical value
Data scientists learn and utilize stochastic point processes for myriad pragmatic uses. Data scientist Vincent Granville explains this in his new book. Continue Reading
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Spotify personalizes audio experiences with machine learning
The streaming platform builds models using analytics, data from users and content to create a personalized audio experience for users and try to keep them as long-term customers. Continue Reading
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Using digital twins simulation to reduce risks in industry
Whether it's fighting wildfires or working in a warehouse, people often encounter dangerous working conditions. Researchers are using digital twin simulation to counter those risks. Continue Reading
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AI and disinformation in the Russia-Ukraine war
From false videos circulating on TikTok to AI-generated humans and deepfakes, the Russia-Ukraine war is playing out both in the physical world and virtually. Continue Reading
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Swiss retailer uses open source Ray tool to scale AI models
Ricardo uses Anyscale's Ray for scaling its product classification models. Ray helps enterprises scale their applications from a laptop to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Finance industry giants disclose AI challenges
Education, explainability, privacy and integration are some of the problems institutions face when implementing machine learning tools and technology. Continue Reading
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Enterprise hybrid AI use is poised to grow
Hybrid AI is an approach for businesses that combines human insight with machine learning and deep learning networks. Despite certain challenges, experts believe it shows promise. Continue Reading
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How a soccer club uses facial recognition access control
The Los Angeles Football Club began using the Rock, an autonomous access platform, in 2021. Players and staff use the Rock to access facilities without a key system. Continue Reading
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Automated machine learning improves project efficiency
Until recently, machine learning projects had a small chance of success given the amount of time they require. Automated machine learning software speeds up the process. Continue Reading
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Learn the benefits of interpretable machine learning
In this excerpt from 'Interpretable Machine Learning with Python,' read how machine learning models and algorithms add value when they are both interpretable and explainable. Continue Reading
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AutoML platforms push data science projects to the finish line
Data science projects often have trouble reaching the production phase, but automated machine learning platforms are accelerating data scientists' work to help them come to fruition. Continue Reading
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Interpretability and explainability can lead to more reliable ML
Interpretability and explainability as machine learning concepts make algorithms more trustworthy and reliable. Author Serg Masís assesses their practical value in this Q&A. Continue Reading
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Differentiating between good and bad AI bias
As lawmakers and regulators look at ways to make machine learning models fair, some tech vendors are creating tools that aim to enable enterprises to achieve that purpose. Continue Reading
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How enterprises will use the still-undefined metaverse
Some metaverse systems will affect the future of work and how enterprises operate. However, their impact will be fully seen only after the full meaning of the metaverse is known. Continue Reading
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Piloting machine learning projects through harsh headwinds
To get machine learning projects off the ground and speed deployments, data science teams need to ask questions on a host of issues ranging from data quality to product selection. Continue Reading
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How cloud RPA is key to automation's future
Companies have traditionally used robotic process automation (RPA) as on-premises software but are now embracing cloud RPA as its business benefits are outweighing the drawbacks. Continue Reading