How AI Can Help With Health Threats Like the Coronavirus
The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is wreaking havoc across countries, bringing economies to a standstill, and instilling fear in our global society. Establishments like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) hurry to mount efforts to stymy this pandemic’s spread. BlueDot, an artificial intelligence (AI) development firm, […]
IoT Will Be Everywhere and Encompass Everything – Are You Ready? (Part 1)
Due to its all-encompassing nature, the Internet of Things (IoT) can feel vague and nebulous. For example, it can refer to a Raspberry Pi-powered temperature control toggle, or it can refer to a dynamic lighting system managed by sensors. But this versatility is actually IoT’s strongest advantage. With a strong Internet connection, anything is possible […]
Smart Cities May Merge AI and IoT, but Who Wants to Live in Them?
Google wants to transform part of Toronto into a tech-filled city of the future. But while some citizens see it as an opportunity to build a second Silicon Valley north of the border, others are worried it may spiral out of control to resemble a data-fueled dystopian “1984” setting instead. Innovation from the Internet Up […]
A Talent Shortage Is Holding Back FinTech
In a recent study of 900 workers and employers in the U.K., 61% of FinTech companies say they are facing a moderate to extreme shortage of FinTech skills. Worldwide Demand It’s not just the U.K., either. Singapore’s experiencing a similar drought; blockchain developers, data scientists, and programmers are highest in demand. Colleges in Singapore are […]