An AI reporter’s favorite books of 2020
Venture Beast
DECEMBER 24, 2020
A look back at nine books I read in 2020 to inform my work as a reporter covering artificial intelligence. Read More.
How Social Learning Features Can Revolutionize Online Education
Kitaboo
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The term “social learning” was first coined by Albert Bandura, a Canadian–American psychologist and professor of psychology at Stanford University. ” His social learning theory focuses on four elements, which could be applied in the context of learning within organizations and institutions. What are Social Learning Features?
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Wizards of the Coast updating artist guidelines after AI art found in ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ book
GeekWire
AUGUST 5, 2023
Today we became aware that an artist used AI to create artwork for the upcoming book, Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants ,” a Wizards representative wrote via the official D&D Beyond Twitter account. It’s the latest example of the blurred lines between art and artificial intelligence.
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11 great sci-fi books from 2020 to check out on your new Kindle
The Verge
DECEMBER 30, 2020
It’s not easy to make it to a library right now, and with a long winter stuck at home looming ahead for many of us, there’s never been a better time to hunker down with a good book. We’ve also listed our favorite streaming shows on Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Plus , and Netflix ; some great sci-fi books ; and exciting new podcasts.
Travel planning startup led by longtime tech investor combines human insight and AI
GeekWire
JANUARY 11, 2024
based travel tech company Steller raised $5 million to launch a new planning feature in its app called “Trips” that combines human experiences with artificial intelligence to help travelers plot their next adventure. (Steller Images) Kirkland, Wash.-based Founded in 2014 as Expedition Travel Advisor Inc., based Pilot.
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Unraveling the tapestry of global news through intelligent data analysis
Dataconomy
JANUARY 3, 2024
Imagine walking into a vast library, with an overwhelming number of books filled with complex and intricate narratives. A data set, for instance, could reveal patterns of social inequality, political shifts, or the rumblings of an impending economic change. Artificial intelligence: the future news anchor?
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Maximize Reach with Top eReader Platforms for Publishers
Kitaboo
APRIL 24, 2024
The Takeaway eReader Platforms For Publishers Explained As eBooks grow in popularity, more and more books are being published in this digital format. Publish Diverse Types of eBooks Today, audiences have developed a taste for different types of books. For instance, some may still prefer printed books , while others prefer eBooks.
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Book Excerpt: Why trust, not data, has become the most important asset in the modern economy
GeekWire
JANUARY 31, 2021
[ Editor’s Note: Stein Broeder, a marketing executive at Microsoft, explores the components and value of trust in the new book, “ The Business of Trust: How Experiences Build Trust and Drive Business Impact ” Excerpt published with permission.]. “Do That same implied trust is the reason you are reading this book. Do you trust me?”.
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Tech Trends 2024: A Chief Product Officer’s Guide to Staying Ahead
Kitaboo
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Top Upcoming Trends CPOs in Education Technology Must Know Personalized Learning through Adaptive Learning Platforms Competency-Based Education (CBE) The Surge in Online and Blended Learning Artificial Intelligence and Gamification in Education Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Education II.
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Beyond Buzzwords: Demystifying Technology Integration in Education
Kitaboo
DECEMBER 30, 2023
Top 7 Buzzwords Demystified for a Seamless System Integration Distributed Cloud Artificial Intelligence (AI) Digital Textbook Apps Extended Reality (XR) Sustainable Technology Online Assessment Tools Digital Resources III.
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MYCIN, Watson, and AI History
CTOvision
AUGUST 28, 2014
Over at Wired , a headline blares “Artificial Intelligence Is Now Telling Doctors How To Treat You.” Here’s some source for a MYCIN-like expert system, straight from an early 1990s book penned by current Google director of research Peter Norvig. By AdamElkus. ” Sounds unique, novel, and even scary.
Elon Musk called Bill Gates ‘categorically insane’ after dispute over Tesla stock
GeekWire
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
GeekWire File Photos) Walter Isaacson’s new book “Elon Musk” reveals more details about the billionaire beef between the Tesla chief and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. My conversations with Gates have been underwhelming [to be honest],” Musk said via X — when it was still Twitter and he didn’t own the social media company.
Book excerpt: What makes a great startup idea? Lessons from a veteran entrepreneur
GeekWire
JUNE 26, 2021
Editor’s note: The following is an excerpt from a new book written by Shirish Nadkarni, a Seattle tech veteran who co-founded Livemocha (acquired by RosettaStone) and TeamOn (acquired by BlackBerry). While the trend toward globalization was accelerating, a number of social networks began emerging and capturing end-user attention.
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Innovative K-12 Digital Content for Modern Learning Platforms
Kitaboo
APRIL 24, 2024
Top Innovations in K-12 digital education Content Adoption of Artificial Intelligence Flipped Classroom Approach Data Analytics Leveraging the Internet of Things Digital Content Libraries AR/VR Content and Simulation Games V. Adoption of Artificial Intelligence AI goes beyond its initial applications for assignments.
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Top 10 Advantages of Content Distribution Platform
Kitaboo
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Examples of Content Distribution Platforms KITABOO KITABOO , as a content distribution platform , focuses on e-books and educational materials. It helps businesses distribute blog posts, emails, and social media content strategically, with features like scheduling, audience segmentation, and performance tracking.
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Bill Gates looks back at ‘The Road Ahead’ after 25 years and some hit-and-miss tech predictions
GeekWire
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
On Tuesday, he looked back at “The Road Ahead,” 25 years after his first book captured his predictions and enthusiasm for where digital technology was going. ” Gates said it’s easy to forget what we were doing in 1995 and how the internet has transformed society since. What do you carry on your person now?
High school students learn how to spot misinformation at UW’s ‘Misinfo Day’ event
GeekWire
MARCH 20, 2023
This is really useful information to help protect yourself as a teenager on social media,” said Ballard High School student Amelia Wagenbrenner. The event comes amid a continued deluge of misinformation on the internet, including popular social media platforms such as TikTok. Who knows how that may affect us 20 years down the line?”
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Why Are eBooks Better for Kindergarten?
Kitaboo
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
They also develop fundamental skills like emotional, social, and problem-solving capabilities. However, with children being very easily distracted, keeping their attention can be challenging with mere paper-based books. Why are eBooks Better for Children Than Paper Books? Table of Contents: I.
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Is AI technology the future of travel?
Dataconomy
AUGUST 3, 2023
Automated booking processes : Travel bookings can be automated to reduce errors with expanded, all-in-one transaction chains for connecting flights, seamless transport, sightseeing trips, and accommodation. AI must have enough knowledge of your social life and party habits to take this into account, too.
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Explore Chingu AI’s arsenal and revolutionize your workflow
Dataconomy
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Meet Chingu AI, an innovative powerhouse harnessing the prowess of artificial intelligence to redefine the way projects are conceived, executed, and delivered. Chingu AI is a cutting-edge artificial intelligence platform designed to revolutionize content creation, project management, and overall productivity.
Digital Risk Management Leader RiskIQ Raises New Funding To Expand Platform Ecosystem, Sales and Digital Risk Applications
CTOvision
NOVEMBER 10, 2016
With RiskIQ, enterprises can efficiently defend their digital attack surface, pinpoint exposures across their business, and dynamically mitigate cyber threats across web, mobile, and social. Through RiskIQ’s revamped channel program, the company has successfully penetrated European and Asian markets. About RiskIQ.
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Emmett Watson meets ChatGPT: What if the champion of ‘Lesser Seattle’ could see us now?
GeekWire
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Then there’s Amazon, the Goliath that swapped the modesty of book selling for the boundless realm of e-commerce, and now, radio re-imagination. The GeekWire Summit beckons the curious and the courageous to explore the uncharted waters of Artificial Intelligence. Oh, the juxtaposition of medieval valor and modern vexation!
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Watch Out! Governance Is in AI Waters – Do You Have Your Life Jacket?
SecureWorld News
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
In the subsequent five months, we have witnessed explosive growth in this area, with global legislators scrambling like the Flash's alter ego (DC comic book character) to race against what is a seemingly insurmountable pace of AI advancements, all in the pursuit of implementing "some type of regulatory guardrail." and OWASP standards.
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eBook Publishing in 2024: Trends, Tips, and Success Strategies
Kitaboo
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Content Personalization With the rapid advancements in the field of artificial intelligence, eBook creators are able to utilize reader data and preferences to refine their eBooks for individual readers, offer personalized recommendations, and implement targeted marketing campaigns. Guide: How to Build an eBook Store Download Now!
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Computers and History: Beyond Science Fiction
CTOvision
AUGUST 26, 2014
But the idea that computing power and artificial intelligence can now start replacing some intellectual disciplines as well as routine physical work will no doubt be greeted with anxiety as well as scepticism. In Asimov books Psychohistory, quite appropriately, deals not with individuals, but with huge conglomerates of them.
Digital Publishing Solutions: Innovate and Excel in 2024
Kitaboo
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Key Features of Digital Publishing Solutions Interactive Content and Multimedia Integration Data Analytics and Personalization Response Design and Cross-Platform Compatibility Artificial Intelligence for Content Optimization III. Challenges in the Field of Digital Publishing IV. Innovative Strategies for Digital Publishing V.
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What is NLP? Natural language processing explained
CIO Business Intelligence
AUGUST 11, 2023
Natural language processing definition Natural language processing (NLP) is the branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that deals with training computers to understand, process, and generate language. It’s intended to help organizations find insights from email, customer reviews, social media, support tickets, and other text.
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Reddit is going public. Will its unruly user base revolt?
Vox
MARCH 20, 2024
Reddit, the launchpad for many meme stocks , could now become one: The social media giant makes its debut on Wall Street this week in one of the most highly anticipated initial public offerings of the year. It’s the first time that a major social media company has gone public since Snap (i.e., Snapchat ) in 2017.
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AI experts say research into algorithms that claim to predict criminality must end
The Verge
JUNE 24, 2020
An open letter written by the Coalition was drafted in response to news that Springer, the world’s largest publisher of academic books, planned to publish just such a study. Yet these records are far from neutral.”. The study claimed to predict criminality from facial recognition “with 80 percent accuracy”.
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How to Use eBook Creators to Build Your Brand and Grow Your Business?
Kitaboo
JULY 20, 2023
Depending on the reach of your target audience, you can determine how you want to distribute the book. This will allow you to cater to your audience and align the book’s objectives with the readers. Missing this crucial step can affect the engagement and success of the book. Who Will Be Your Target Audience for Your eBook?
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Ask yourself: How can genAI put your content to work?
CIO Business Intelligence
DECEMBER 4, 2023
to ask questions against the 2,000-plus articles, 100-plus videos, and three books (and more) that he’s produced in his career. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning The first is technologist and consultant Luke Wroblewski’s “ Ask Luke ” personal assistant. It enables people–including Wroblewski himself!–to
Doctrina AI can easily be your best study ally
Dataconomy
AUGUST 7, 2023
Doctrina AI doesn’t merely mimic human intelligence but enhances it, providing learners and educators with a vibrant palette of educational tools. ” For our example, we chose “ Strategic Digital Marketing and Social Media Engagement.” Consistent practice is the cornerstone of excellence in any field.
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Election Night 2032: What it could look like if we’re not careful about reining in technology’s reach
GeekWire
OCTOBER 17, 2020
Editor’s note: This guest post is tied to the release of Bombarded , a new book by Cyrus Krohn , a former Microsoft, Yahoo, and Cheezburger executive who co-founded Seattle startup Element Data. . Cyrus Krohn is the author of Bombarded, a new book released this month. Cyrus Krohn.
Founded by a former high school counselor, EdXeno aims to connect students with their future colleges
GeekWire
JANUARY 19, 2024
His brother, Joel, was struggling at the time with issues including alcohol and the lingering effects of social isolation from the COVID-19 pandemic. .” His family was also one reason Booker decided to move to Seattle in May of last year. Booker said he foresaw the need to be closer to home to support his family. ” .
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The Power of Personalization: How Content Customization Can Boost Engagement
Kitaboo
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Consumers today are inundated with a spectrum of information and data at their fingertips, from social media and email to messaging apps and content platforms. Brands must have an omnichannel customization approach, which churns out relevant content for email, social media, messaging apps, platforms, and apps, to name a few.
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Higher-ed CIOs embrace academia’s AI challenges
CIO Business Intelligence
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Broadly speaking, it’s needed by researchers, in fields from medical studies to social sciences, and is a vital tool to keep universities running efficiently, assist professors with courses, predict academic failure in time to make changes, and give students the help they need with administration.
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Your Comprehensive Guide to Learning Experience Platforms and Why You Need One?
Kitaboo
AUGUST 29, 2022
These platforms use artificial intelligence (AI), giving learners personalized recommendations and allowing them to be in greater control of their own learning experience. With social learning at its core, the architecture, and interface of an LXP are designed to be super easy to use and boost collaborative engagement as well.
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The growing, lightly controversial industry teaching kids crypto
Vox
APRIL 12, 2022
This summer in Los Angeles, dozens of children ages 5 to 17 will attend the third-ever session of Crypto Kids Camp, where they’ll learn about everything from artificial intelligence to virtual reality using hands-on games and activities. For others, it means learning about NFTs.
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RiskIQ Accelerates Momentum Across Entire External Threat Management Solution Set in First Half of 2016
CTOvision
AUGUST 24, 2016
Triples bookings for RiskIQ PassiveTotal compared to the prior six months (2H 2015). RiskIQ PassiveTotal saw over 300 percent in bookings growth compared to the second half of 2015. RiskIQ Accelerates Momentum Across Entire External Threat Management Solution Set in First Half of 2016.
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Agile Product Development: Adapting to the Pace of EdTech
Kitaboo
DECEMBER 29, 2023
How Agile Product Development Facilitates Educational Technology The history of traditional pedagogy in today’s milieu restricts learning possibilities to human, social, and geographical limitations. EdTech has successfully created a rupture into this feudal system.
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RizzGPT brings gamification into the chatbot scene
Dataconomy
AUGUST 2, 2023
It is designed to enhance your social and gaming skills while also promoting meaningful connections. this tool utilizes advanced AI characters from various genres, such as books, movies, and games, to engage users in captivating conversations. The platform provides an environment for enhancing social skills. Enjoy your chats!
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The Future of Customer Service: Using technology to increase both efficiency and relationship strength
Trends in the Living Networks
OCTOBER 1, 2012
Back in 1999 Evans and Wurster in their book Blown to Bits said that the trade-off between richness and reach had disappeared. This includes voice, however now includes email, chat, video, and social media. Human connectivity is rising in importance, not least with social media becoming a significant channel for customer service. .
A CIO’s 10-part guide to personal branding
CIO Business Intelligence
MARCH 17, 2023
This might be your CIO role itself, or even a specific technology or leadership discipline such as artificial intelligence, machine learning or change management. Start small with an article or blog, a media interview, a speaking slot at an industry event or conference, or even by entering some suitable industry awards.
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Cloak your photos with this AI privacy tool to fool facial recognition
The Verge
AUGUST 4, 2020
Named after the Guy Fawkes masks donned by revolutionaries in the V for Vendetta comic book and film , Fawkes uses artificial intelligence to subtly and almost imperceptibly alter your photos in order to trick facial recognition systems. running Fawkes on your photos is like adding an invisible mask to your selfies.
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