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Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that focuses on creating intelligent machines capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. The technology develops algorithms and systems that enable machines to perceive, reason, learn, and make decisions. This technology is especially important to businesses as Industry 4.0 technologies like big data, the internet of things and cloud computing produce large amounts of data to sort through. AI can identify patterns, suggest solutions and find otherwise unseen problems within this data, becoming a necessary tool to remain competitive.

AI Visibility Reporting Isn’t Any Good — Yet

But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to be discovered… The other day, someone dropped an ad they saw on social media in our work Slack for an “AI Visibility Monitoring” service. The pitch: track...

AI is a Lab Diamond’s Best Friend for Semiconductors

Diamond is more than just a gemstone; it is the hardest natural substance on Earth with exceptional qualities for improving semiconductors — the materials used in electronics, electric vehicles and...

Google Announces $10M Boost to Power AI in Manufacturing Workforce

New Funding Accelerates AI Training for Manufacturing Workers Across the U.S. Google is stepping up efforts to future-proof the U.S. manufacturing workforce with a $10 million investment through its...

Effective AI Policy Is Not a Crock-Pot; You Can’t Just Set It and Forget It

As businesses continue to adopt AI tools, the well-meaning ones are also contemplating policies to govern usage. But many of the policies lack any true enforceability, making them more compliance...

AI+AM Recommendations for Government

To enable and accelerate the adoption of safe and compatible integrated AI-assisted generative design for additive manufacturing workflows, government agencies should focus on standards and...

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