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Machine learning (ML) stories

A subset of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning describes the process by which a computer is ‘trained’ to recognise and react to inputs or situations without being explicitly told what those reactions should be. Applied ML in business is referred to as ‘predictive analytics’ because the analytics software is trained to respond to incoming data and provide adaptive insights. ML is among the techniques being used in pursuit of AI mimicking the human brain.
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Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection with new security features
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Appdome has bolstered its Geo-Fraud Detection service with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo Desync Attack Detection to better protect mobile apps from location-based fraud.
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AI could add GBP £2 billion to UK GDP & create 20,000 jobs
2 days ago
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AI adoption could revolutionise the UK's accounting sector, adding GBP £2 billion to GDP, boosting exports by GBP £238 million, and creating nearly 20,000 jobs over three years, according to a new study by Sage and Demos.
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I love a sunburnt country – but it’s tough on network gear
2 days ago
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network infrastructure
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supply chain systems
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Deploying network gear in Australia’s harsh environments demands a balance between cost and quality. Businesses seek robust, automated solutions to stay competitive.
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Optus technology enhances rural healthcare with 50% fewer complaints
3 days ago
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network infrastructure
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healthtech
Complaints about poor coverage in rural Australia have halved since Catholic Healthcare switched to the Optus network, highlighting technology's role in health and aged care.
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Tricentis acquires SeaLights to bolster software quality intelligence
3 days ago
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software development
Tricentis has acquired SeaLights to boost AI-powered quality engineering, enhancing insights into code and test integrations in the CI/CD pipeline.
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Greg Czajkowski joins Celonis as EVP of engineering
3 days ago
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Celonis has appointed Greg Czajkowski as EVP of Engineering, leveraging his extensive experience from Snowflake and Google to enhance its Process Intelligence platform.
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The role of IoT in smart water management
3 days ago
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edge computing
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As UK weather patterns shift, smart IoT solutions offer new ways to tackle flooding and manage water systems, promising efficiency and innovation.
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Campaign management software market to reach $10.2B by 2034
4 days ago
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crm
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data analytics
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digital transformation
The global campaign management software market is set to soar to USD$4.8 billion by 2024 and may reach USD$10.2 billion by 2034, driven by AI and cloud innovations.
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Commercetools launches on Microsoft Azure Marketplace
5 days ago
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iot
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martech
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commerce systems
The move is pioneering a cloud-agnostic, cloud-native approach, and boosts integration for on-premises data centres with cloud services.
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Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats
Last week
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain systems
Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons report reveals rising cyber threats, emphasising advanced social engineering, cloud security, ransomware, and AI exploitation.
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Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintechs
The financial services sector in the UK is grappling with a severe talent shortage, as 160,000 workers need upskilling to drive essential digital transformation.
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ADLINK unveils AI Edge Server MEC-AI7400 for smart manufacturing
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digital transformation
ADLINK Technology unveils its AI Edge Server MEC-AI7400 series, aimed at revolutionising smart manufacturing with generative AI and digital twin integrations.
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eflow Global upgrades TZEC to combat market abuse with AI
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eflow Global's TZEC upgrade leverages AI to enhance eComms surveillance, aiming to curb market abuse and meet strict regulatory demands amid rising fines.
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HID report identifies key trends in access control for 2024
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biometrics
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HID's 2024 report reveals five key trends shaping access control, including mobile IDs and AI adoption. The market in Australia is set for over 8% growth.
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Calls intensify for AI integration in national curriculum
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ml
Experts are calling for AI integration in the national curriculum, highlighting its necessity to prepare Generation Alpha for future digital landscapes.
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Leaders speak on AI potential & ethical impacts ahead of AI Day
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data privacy
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As AI Appreciation Day nears, industry leaders spotlight AI's transformative impact across sectors, calling for a balance between innovation, transparency, and customer benefit.
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Bridgewise launches AI-powered analysis for global funds
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Bridgewise has unveiled an AI-powered analysis solution for ETFs and mutual funds, offering insights into 12,000 global funds to help investors make informed decisions.
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Surge in hybrid cloud adoption drives need for better security
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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public cloud
A study by Kaspersky and ISG reveals a surge in hybrid cloud and containerisation adoption, highlighting urgent needs for advanced cloud security solutions.
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Study: AI adoption surges in high-growth supply chain sectors
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Nearly half of companies in manufacturing, logistics, and retail view escalating costs as their main supply chain challenge, a study by Epicor and Nucleus Research reveals.
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Skillsoft & Microsoft launch GenAI programme to boost productivity
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Skillsoft and Microsoft have launched a generative AI upskilling programme aimed at enhancing global business productivity by equipping workforces with AI expertise.