Drones and AI could save the insurance industry over $5 billion annually. According to the Insurance Information Institute, fraud is responsible for about 10% of loss adjustment expenses. Drones prevent this by gathering more accurate data, analyzing the data, and then storing it in an efficient manner. This prevents policyholders from claiming damages that existedContinue reading “Drones and AI in Insurance”
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Robots that learn from mistakes
This article is really interesting, something that comes so natural to humans requires an immense amount of “computer power”. I think this is a huge step into creating robots that will be able to learn and think for themselves. The saying practice makes perfect really plays well with this article. It’s interesting to think aboutContinue reading “Robots that learn from mistakes”
Two-Factor Authentication: Enable it now
Two-factor authentication (2FA) allows you to add an extra layer of security to any online account that you use in hopes to make it harder for you to be hacked. Enabling 2FA is as simple as adding your phone number in order to receive a code texted to you to access your account or byContinue reading “Two-Factor Authentication: Enable it now”
Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health
A study done by Dr. Arevian from the University of California, Los Angeles (LA) and the University of Southern California, included 47 participants who were receiving treatment in a mental health facility. The study was 14 months long and the participants communicated with the AI twice per week. They were asked the same three open endedContinue reading “Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health”
Can Security Red-Team Exercises Give You ROI On Your Cyber Security Expenses?
When it comes to running any sort of business, all assets need to be accounted for and protected. With the rapid advancement of technology, many things that used to be stored in filing cabinets are being stored online or in the cloud. Some people who do not understand the importance of hiring a company toContinue reading “Can Security Red-Team Exercises Give You ROI On Your Cyber Security Expenses?”
AI: The next tool to track outbreaks throughout the world
Rather than relying on countries to accurately report on the spread of outbreaks in their country organizations such as the World Health Organization and World Economic Forum can leverage AI tools such as Bluedot to track the spread of outbreaks throughout the world. With the spread of the Wuhan virus throughout Asia Bluedot has beenContinue reading “AI: The next tool to track outbreaks throughout the world”
Artificial Intelligence: The Future in Flight
Artificial Intelligence has already been introduced to multiple departments of business in the world. In the job industry, it has reached marketing, sales, customer service, and a variety of other departments as well. It has had large success in this area, making consumer-usability and online experiences much more enjoyable. The next place AI is lookingContinue reading “Artificial Intelligence: The Future in Flight”
Social Media & FOMO
I’m sure we have all felt it before. You check your Instagram or Snapchat to see all of your friends are out and about while you’re at home, “Netflix and Chillin’” with your pals Ben & Jerry, feeling major FOMO. Social media has created a heightened awareness of what everyone else is doing, making usContinue reading “Social Media & FOMO”
Sonos CEO backs out of previous statement, promises legacy internet of things speakers will remain functional
Several days ago, internet of things company Sonos issued a statement stating that its older, “legacy” speakers would stop receiving software updates beginning in May. Sonos speakers communicate through the internet to allow all speakers to be connected and play the same audio from music, podcasts, or videos. This announcement meant that those who ownedContinue reading “Sonos CEO backs out of previous statement, promises legacy internet of things speakers will remain functional”
On Social media, Comparison is the Thief of Joy.
This week I found an article that displayed the function that social media plays in teenagers roles, and how it affects their lives. While there are many downsides of social media, and we will get to those in a moment, there are a few upsides. The article states that social media can create positive; teensContinue reading “On Social media, Comparison is the Thief of Joy.”