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• Opinion How machine learning enables your best employees to work 24/7

  

  Hal Lonas

  Chief technology officer Webroot

  The threat comes from not utilizing AI, forcing your best researchers to complete mundane work instead of having the time to be creative and innovative.

  Machine learning July 25

  Machine learning July 25

• Opinion Artificial intelligence goes mainstream

  

  Anton Grashion

  Managing director, security practice Cylance

  While it’s fair to say the general population has its reservations about AI, we are now reaching a point where it is folding into our daily lives to create and facilitate endless possibilities.

  Artificial intelligence July 25

  Artificial intelligence July 25

• Opinion The seven V’s of a data fabric

  

  Jack Norris

  Senior vice president of data and applications MapR

  These platforms must support the modernization of storage and data management, move away from the proliferation of silos, and also integrate with legacy systems.

  Data management July 25

  Data management July 25

• Cyber Readiness Institute launches to aid SMB risk management

  

  The CRI will capture and share best practices for managing the people, processes, and technology needed for effective data security, explains Kiersten Todt.

  Data security Gabriel Hauari July 25

  Data security Gabriel Hauari July 25

• Demand for data engineers surges with immigration changes

  

  Already one of the top jobs in IT, organizations are ramping up the search for these professionals as the US tightens restrictions on H1-B applicants.

  Data Scientist Sam Brown July 24

  Data Scientist Sam Brown July 24

• U.S. Bank bets AI can finally deliver 360-degree view

  

  The firm has begun using Einstein, Salesforce’s artificial intelligence software, to give front-line staff insights into customer activity and recommendations.

  Artificial intelligence Penny Crosman July 24

  Artificial intelligence Penny Crosman July 24

• The airports of the future are here

  

  Many of us will be driven to the terminal by autonomous cars; our eyes, faces, and fingers will be scanned; and our bags will have a permanent ID.

  Biometrics July 24

  Biometrics July 24

• U.K. chip designer Graphcore gets $30M to fund expansion

  

  A number of renowned artificial intelligence and machine learning experts are investing in the firm as part of the deal.

  Hardware and software Jeremy Kahn and Ian King July 24

  Hardware and software Jeremy Kahn and Ian King July 24

• Insurers plan to spend more on analytics, BI

  

  The continued emergence of artificial intelligence, big data platforms and IoT suggests carriers must deploy newer skills to keep up, SMA finds.

  Analytics Danni Santana July 24

  Analytics Danni Santana July 24

• Microsoft regains turnaround momentum on strong cloud growth

  

  Demand has almost doubled for Azure services, which let companies store and run their applications in the firm's data centers.

  Cloud hosting Dina Bass July 24

  Cloud hosting Dina Bass July 24

• This app tells you when you’re depressed. Who else does it tell?

  

  Many mental-health applications in development rely on gathering and analyzing information about a user’s intimate feelings and social life. But is that data secure?

  Customer data Caroline Chen July 24

  Customer data Caroline Chen July 24

• China artificial intelligence bid seeks $59B industry

  

  Key development areas would include AI software and hardware, intelligent robotics and vehicles, virtual reality and augmented reality.

  Artificial intelligence July 21

  Artificial intelligence July 21

• Opinion Doing better real-time calculations in the data warehouse

  

  Alex Treyster

  Data processing architect IT consultant

  The use of incremental functions will enable organizations to understand the benefits that can be fully realized.

  Data warehouses July 21

  Data warehouses July 21

• Smarter use of analytics offers top competitive advantage

  

  A conversation with author John K. Thompson on how organizations can make better decisions on the tools and techniques to drive intelligent business decisions.

  Analytics David Weldon July 21

  Analytics David Weldon July 21

• SAP lifts sales outlook, buying back stock on cloud growth

  

  The firm is investing heavily in research and development of its business apps, data analysis and Internet of things software.

  Cloud computing Aaron Ricadela July 21

  Cloud computing Aaron Ricadela July 21