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Ethical AI isn’t the same as trustworthy AI, and that matters

November 29, 2020
Artificial intelligence (AI) solutions are facing increased scrutiny due to their aptitude for amplifying both good and bad decisions. More specifically, for their propensity to expose and heighten existing societal biases and inequalities. It is only right, then, that discussions of ethics are taking center stage as AI adoption increases. In lockstep with ethics comes the topic of trust. Ethics…
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AI Weekly: The state of machine learning in 2020

November 28, 2020
It’s hard to believe, but a year in which the unprecedented seemed to happen every day is just weeks from being over. In AI circles, the end of the calendar year means the rollout of annual reports aimed at defining progress, impact, and areas for improvement. The AI Index is due out in the coming weeks, as is CB Insights’ assessment of global AI startup activity, but two reports — both…
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Google's 'Verse by Verse' AI can help you write in the style of famous poets

November 26, 2020
If you’ve ever fancied yourself as a poet but don’t quite have the lyrical and rhythmic skills one might require, Google’s Verse by Verse tool can help you to craft the most delectable verse. The company’s latest experiment with AI-driven poetry offers suggestions in the style of America’s most renowned wordsmiths. You can select up to three poets for inspiration…
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Google Assistant can finally schedule your smart lights

November 26, 2020
Google Assistant already works with Hue and other smart lights, but functionality has been limited to turning them on and off, using them with alarms and a few other features. Now, you can schedule lights and other electric devices to turn on and off at specific and even…
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Fitbit brings Google Assistant to the Sense and Versa 3

November 26, 2020
Fitbit is releasing Fitbit OS 5.1 for the Sense and Versa 3, with a focus on improving health-tracking and improving voice assistance. The most important innovation is the ability to now take pulse oximetry readings when you’re sleeping without the use of a dedicated clock face. That said, the company will  also launch seven new SpO2 clock faces to the platform between now and the end of the…
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