The methods of enhancing systems that use artificial intelligence (AI) to work are rapidly changing. One recent example involves a Google DeepMind project called AlphaStar. That AI project learned to play an esports game called “StarCraft II” better than most humans who reached the Grandmaster level of the game. Why Is This Achievement Significant? Winning …
Advanced robotics technology is no longer a mere far-fetched possibility that mainly exists in science-fiction media. It appears in businesses and even households around the world. You might ask yourself, “What can robotics technology do to improve the world and the lives of people living in it?” Let’s take a look. Cobots Make Manufacturing and …
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Steam is one of the biggest platforms for PC gaming but like most of the game launcher programs, it tends to default to your machine’s primary drive for storage and game installs. If you’ve only got one hard drive, this is isn’t a problem but many new computers use a small solid-state HDD for their …
When built with traditional coding methods, chatbots feel like glorified menus, capable of tracking an order or referring a customer to a real customer service agent — but not much else. The rise of artificial intelligence (or AI) has changed this. One of the unique capabilities of AI is in its ability to adapt and respond …
By now, everyone can recognize the Google Analytics (GA) platform, whether they actively use it or not. It’s a free web analytics tool that has several purposes. Mainly, it allows marketers and web administrators to measure and look up information about site traffic. You can use the platform for much more than traffic monitoring, however. …
The most high-tech thing I used in school was a recorder that captured the lesson material for future playback. Now, the possibilities for merging education and technology are substantially more extensive. They’ve sparked an entire educational technology — often abbreviated as ed-tech — industry. What is ed-tech, you ask? Let’s explore what it is, plus …
Augmented reality (AR) blends virtual elements with the real world. For example, it could bring an animated character into someone’s home or allow them to try on makeup without actually putting products on their skin. When used strategically, it can open opportunities for professionals in industries ranging from marketing to health care. During the early …
You’ve probably heard how big data assists marketers with improving their campaigns or helps business leaders make more informed decisions. It can certainly do those things, but big data also offers the abundant potential for solving some of the problems that today’s society faces. Here are some compelling examples. 1. Helping the Environment Scientists warn …
We’ve come a long way since the days of chalk slates and classroom blackboards when it comes to education. Technology is making teaching children easier, but as with most things, not all educational technology is created equal. Here are some of the most useful educational technology tools for the classroom in no particular order. Elementary …