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The ROBEL Benchmark Can Test Robotics AI Cheaply

The ROBEL benchmark is a system to test robot AI, but at a smaller scale, so researchers can actually learn something from it.

October 10, 2019 Adam Forziati Leave a Comment

While robotics are an increasingly important industry, the AI systems used to robots are hard to measure. But research from UC Berkeley and Google Brain introduced robotics benchmarks for learning with low-cost robots, or the ROBEL benchmark, hoping to solve that problem at a smaller scale. The ROBEL benchmark was created specifically for testing the […]

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Paperflip, AI Contract Analytics

AI Contract Analytics Platform from Paperflip Simplifies Contracts & Automates Data Extraction

Paperflip AI Contract analytics platform gives companies a single contract repository, with automated data and clause extraction.

October 9, 2019 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Paperflip announces its AI Contract analytics platform, as well as its seed funding round of $1m, led by Norwest Venture Partners, with participation from Social Capital. Paperflip gives companies a single contract repository, with automated data and clause extraction, says the company. Fully integrated with Salesforce, sales teams can trust the deal terms and customer obligations […]

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iot security dangers, IoT dangers, IoT device security

Security Risks & Potential Dangers of IoT

IoT device security is a very, VERY complicated topic. Here are some common IoT dangers and how to avoid your network being compromised.

October 8, 2019 Joe Zulick Leave a Comment

The “Internet of Things,” often referred to in its abbreviated form “IoT,” is the result of the inevitable revolution of networking commonly used essential items and appliances such as refrigerators, light switches, cameras, sensors, and other forms of hardware. Even my toothbrush has network functionality via Bluetooth. The term “IoT device” typically references a class […]

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Microsoft President Wants to Regulate Big Tech

Microsoft President says he things the US government should regulate big tech -- including his own company.

September 25, 2019 Adam Forziati Leave a Comment

It’s not every day you hear leading technology companies — or any industry’s top players — asking to be regulated. And yet that’s precisely Microsoft President Brad Smith did when he recently said that government should put up guardrails around engineers in order to regulate big tech. What happens if that doesn’t happen? Democracy might suffer, […]

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Natural Language Processing, AI Language Research Consortium

Facebook Steps into the World of Natural Language Processing with ‘AI Language Research Consortium’

AI Language Research Consortium is the latest effort for Natural Language Processing funding -- and Facebook is at the helm.

September 24, 2019 Adam Forziati Leave a Comment

Earlier this year, Facebook put out a call for research proposals centered around natural language processing, or the study of linguistics and AI regarding computer language. Now, it announces which proposals won, and it seems as though the scope of the project is wider than previously thought: the social media platform has found the AI […]

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Jetblack, Yamaha UC CS-700

Jetblack Uses a Plug-and-Play Yamaha UC CS-700 in 19 Conference Rooms

Yamaha UC CS-700 conferencing and collaboration solution updates a frustrating prosumer phone at Jetblack, a retail shopping service provider.

September 23, 2019 Jonathan Blackwood Leave a Comment

Jetblack is founded on the concept that being a parent and being able to shop tantrum-free doesn’t have to be mutually exclusive. The company is a members-only, text-based personal shopping and concierge service for those living in New York City. It combines the convenience of e-commerce with the customized attention of a personal assistant, allowing […]

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technology pitch

The Technology Pitch: Have More Productive Purchasing Conversations With These Tips

Here are some key tips to help you prepare for your next technology pitch by building credibility, being a subject expert, and identifying ROI.

September 11, 2019 Adam Forziati Leave a Comment

We get it: the next technology pitch presentation you give could determine a lot about the future of your company or org, so you’re feeling the pressure. How do I convince them that my technology infrastructure ideas are worth it? Here are a few key tips for preparing for the next technology pitching session. Do your ROI research! […]

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k-12 education technology standards

K-12 Education Technology: 5 Must-Have Elements of AV Tech

Here are the most relevant k-12 education technological standards for creating optimal learning environments for students.

September 5, 2019 Robbie Danko & Emily Tutelman Leave a Comment

Learning happens at the crossroads of the right technology and the right atmosphere. Here is our list of must-have k-12 education technology standards for creating optimal learning environments. Projectors Projectors and interactive display boards make it easier for teachers and students to collaborate and contribute to discussions. Wireless collaboration allows all parties to work together […]

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