robotics Johns Hopkins Researchers Use Positive Reinforcement to Speed Up Robot Training A new study called "Good Robot" from Johns Hopkins University shows that rewarding robots for correct actions significantly reduces their training time. The method cuts the learning period for basic tasks from a month down to just two days.
machine learning Machine Learning Advances Enable Early Alzheimer's Detection and Forest Mapping IBM researchers develop an AI system that predicts Alzheimer's disease from short speech samples with 71% accuracy. Additional breakthroughs include drone-based forest mapping and improved computer vision for space sensors.
google Google Duplex AI Updates 3 Million Business Listings During Pandemic Google reveals that its Duplex AI successfully updates over 3 million business listings across eight countries since the pandemic began. The system now handles 99% of its calls entirely automatically.
ibm IBM Plans Major Spin-Off to Focus Entirely on Hybrid Cloud and AI IBM is spinning off its slower-growth managed infrastructure services unit to concentrate on its hybrid cloud and AI businesses. The move represents CEO Arvind Krishna's boldest strategic shift to capture a $1 trillion market opportunity.
ibm IBM to Spin Off Legacy IT Unit to Focus Entirely on Cloud and AI IBM separates its Managed Infrastructure Services unit into a new public company to prioritize its high-margin hybrid cloud and AI operations. The strategic shift sends shares up nearly six percent.
nvidia Nvidia's $40 Billion Arm Acquisition Reshapes AI and Edge Computing Nvidia acquires Arm Holdings for $40 billion, merging GPU prowess with ubiquitous chip designs to transform embedded systems and AI development.
oracle Oracle's TikTok Bid and Nvidia's Arm Purchase Reshape Tech Landscape The Stack Overflow podcast explores two massive tech acquisitions that promise to alter global data flows and the future of chip design. Hosts dive into the implications of Oracle potentially buying TikTok and Nvidia acquiring Arm.
techcrunch TechCrunch Reveals 26 Top Picks for Disrupt 2020 Startup Event TechCrunch announces 26 standout early-stage startups selected for its TC Top Picks program at the all-virtual Disrupt 2020. The chosen companies represent a wide range of innovative tech sectors from around the globe.
microsoft Microsoft Unveils Deepfake Detection Tool Ahead of Election Microsoft releases a new Video Authenticator tool that analyzes media to determine the likelihood of artificial manipulation.
hypatos Hypatos Raises $11.8M to Bring Deep Learning to Document Processing Germany-based Hypatos secures $11.8 million in seed funding to expand its deep learning-powered document processing platform. The startup aims to outperform traditional robotic process automation by offering smarter, context-aware financial automation.
microsoft Microsoft Unveils Deepfake Detection Tool Ahead of U.S. Election Microsoft releases Video Authenticator, a new tool that generates a confidence score to help identify artificially manipulated media. The company warns the technology only offers temporary utility against AI-generated deepfakes.
microsoft Microsoft Unveils New Tools to Fight Deepfakes and Disinformation Campaigns Microsoft introduces two new technologies to combat AI-manipulated media and false information as part of its Defending Democracy Program. The company aims to tackle the global spread of disinformation that threatens public health and democratic processes.
elon musk Neuralink Demonstrates Brain Implant Technology on Live Pig Elon Musk showcases his Neuralink brain implant by demonstrating the device on a live pig. The technology aims to help treat medical conditions and eventually allow humans to merge with artificial intelligence.
microsoft Microsoft Unveils AI Tool to Detect Deepfakes Ahead of Elections Microsoft introduces Video Authenticator, an AI-powered tool designed to analyze and score the likelihood of manipulated media in videos and photos. The tech giant releases this software to combat the spread of deepfake election propaganda.
ai AI and Robotics Deployed Worldwide to Combat COVID-19 Spread Artificial intelligence and robotics play a growing role in the global response to the COVID-19 outbreak. From disinfecting robots to thermal camera systems, these technologies help detect the virus and protect medical workers.