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1st artificial intelligence varsity comes upedit
She is fashioned after Audrey Hepburn, can walk, talk and emote too. And now, Sophia, the world’s first robot citizen who came calling here this week, can also draw sketches, contextualise a conversation and attach faces with names, say its makers. Sophia, was part of several industrial and social robots, including ‘Professor Einstein’, exhibited at the 28th IEEE Conference on Robot and Human Interactive Communication here.
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There is no need to fear artificial intelligence, yetedit
The fear of artificial intelligence (AI) is not new. The first time that the world worried that a human made, and yet superior to humans intelligence, has been created and had the capacity to destroy the world was in 1946, when the Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator (ENIAC) was built.
AIAutomationResearchers plan smart farms to boost yieldedit
In a first in Telangana and AP, researchers from the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management, known as MANAGE, are planning to integrate Internet of Things (IoT) and farming practices by using light and video sensors to study and monitor the size and growth of plants artificially.
AgricultureIoTNew draft strategy on cybersecurity in the makingedit
The landscape of cyber attacks is evolving so fast that less than a decade after the last strategy document on cyber security, India is working on a new draft strategy, said Lt. Gen. Rajesh Pant (retd), national cybersecurity coordinator also chairing the task force for drafting the new strategy document.
CyberSecurityData PolicyIndia should embrace 5G technology soon: NITI Aayog CEOedit
The 5G technology will increase data flow and make people’s life easier, he said. Underlining the importance of machine learning and artificial intelligence, the NITI Aayog CEO said the government should make special efforts to increase the number of data specialists and data scientists.
5G TechnologyNITI AayogHyderabad: IoT and LoRaWaN crucial in cutting cost of water supplyedit
Metropolitan Water Board managing director, M. Dana Kishore, said Internet of Things (IoT) and LoRaWaN (Long Range Wide Area Network) could be crucial in reducing the cost of water supply.
IoTLoRaWaNwater managementHow technology is changing the face of India’s banking sectoredit
As we enter the Fourth Industrial Revolution, businesses across industries and verticals are turning to AI, ML, IoT, Big Data and other modern technologies to streamline their operations. When it comes to India, the government itself has taken a host of initiatives to promote large-scale adoption of technology in various sectors.
AIBFSIIoTMLComfort with smart home systemedit
Looking to upgrade your home with modern solutions to offer more comfort and convenience? Then this could be the right time to go for automation products that enable, control and manage all your home appliances. Home automation, also known as a smart home system, will control lighting, entertainment systems, air conditioners, fans and other appliances.
connected devicesIoTsmart homesAI-enabled Cloud to transform millions of lives in Indiaedit
With Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled Cloud solutions, the country is now looking at solving real-life problems in sectors like agriculture, healthcare and education. Experts believe that the country needs to prioritise AI-based predictive analysis to improve outcomes in these core areas that touch millions of lives.
AICloud Technologypredictive analyticsIntegration: Key to effective cybersecurityedit
Enterprises need to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals to protect their sensitive information and reputation. Siloed approaches and point technical protection technologies are no longer effective to counter the emerging sophisticated threat scenarios of today.
cyber attacksCyberSecurityArtificial Intelligence and Internet of Things will rule futureedit
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) will decide how agriculture, businesses, and industries work in the future, said V. Neethi Mohan, Chairman of Young Entrepreneur School, here on Saturday
AIIoTSurveillance cameras to dominate 5G IoT market: Gartneredit
Outdoor surveillance cameras will be the largest market for 5G Internet of Things (IoT) solutions worldwide over the next three years, said research firm Gartner. These cameras will represent 70 per cent of the 5G IoT endpoint installed base in 2020, before contracting to 32 per cent by the end of 2023.
5GIoTsurveillanceSeven Steps To Combat Cyber Security Threats In Education Sectoredit
As educational institutions worldwide continue to collect increasing amounts of student information, the responsibility to secure this data also exponentially increases. They carry a cyberattack risk, which in recent years seem to be more targeted against those in the higher education sector.
CyberSecurityEducationIs AI more threat than promise Tech developers join activists in calling for new safeguardsedit
Ross Reynolds, executive producer for Community Engagement at KUOW; Sankar Narayan, ACLU of Washingtons Technology and Liberty project director; and Vinay Narayan, vicepresident of platform strategy and developer relations at HTC, speak about artificial intelligence risks at Seattle Interactive Conference on Friday.
AISecurityIntelligent Automation is Bringing a New Era of Innovation | Analytics Insightedit
The world is perpetually aware of the fact that automation and artificial intelligence are driving business success since the upsurge of the fourth industrial revolution. As the technologies have evolved over the years its operational efficiencies and work ethics have also transformed for better.
AIAutomationFuture tense, it will be war of technologies nextedit
Artificial Intelligence “AI has the potential to solve the problem but it doesn’t provide an all encompassing solution.” Badly designed AI, believes Narayanan, can cause more harm than anything else. “Decision makers don’t possess adequate knowledge of AI processes, as attackers tunnel effortlessly through digital networks, penetrating our defenses.”
AICyberSecurityAttempts Being Made To Demonise Technology: PM Modiedit
He said the debate should not be on the dangers of artificial intelligence or when will robots outsmart humans. But the debate should be on how to create a bridge between artificial intelligence and human intentions.
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Noida authority gets 5 EVs for office use: Charging stations coming up soonedit
The five EVs have been procured on dry lease for a period of six years. Each vehicle has an estimated running charge of Rs 22,500 along with GST. The step is aimed at shifting to cleaner energy for transportation and raising awareness among citizens about the changing patterns, the Noida Authority said in a statement.
EVEV Charging InfrastructureHow car ownership trends will pan out in the futureedit
Disruptions are inevitable but the automobile is not going to disappear anytime soon. The global auto industry finds itself in the midst of tectonic shifts today. Prime among these are car and usage patterns globally.
Automotive SectorEVGetting charged up for an electric futureedit
It recently announced a new policy for EV charging stations, where in it is mandated to have one EV station every 2 5 kins and within a grid of 9 sq km in cities, the problem is space and expense. For one, electrics are an expensive proposition, if the cost of charging is also added that may deter a lot many buyers from plugging into government’s narrative.
EVFuture of MobilityBengal govt looks at putting 5,000 evehicles on Kolkata roads by 2030edit
Kolkata: Mayor Firhad Hakim said on Friday that the state government has set a target of rolling out 5,000 electric vehicles in the state by 2030.We already have 80 electric buses running in the city and our government will roll out 5,000 more pollution free evehicles by 2030.
EVFuture of Mobility100% millenials in India express desire to buy cars: Polledit
A survey done by Duff & Phelps busts the popular belief that millennials prefer public transport, ride sharing or even walking over owning cars. Worldwide theres a belief that millenials are not inclined to own cars, but 100% millennials who dwell in Indian cities and who do not own a car expect to purchase one in the next five years, findings of a survey done by Duff & Phelps show.
Automotive SectorEVChandigarh plans to register only EVs after 2030edit
Draft EV policy proposes various goals and incentives to promote adoption of electric vehicles in the city. With the interest around electric mobility growing in India, many states are preparing to adopt mass scale electric mobility, with some wanting to take a lead.
EV PolicyFuture of MobilityBuildings may have to set aside 20% parking space for EV chargingedit
Karnataka is working on a draft building bye-law to mandate residential and commercial buildings in the state to set aside 20% of their parking space for EV charging facilities.
EV Charging InfrastructureFuture of MobilityHistory of lithiumion batteryedit
The lithiumion (LI) battery is now such an integral part of modern life, we don’t think about its history. Every mobile phone and laptop is powered by LI batteries. They are also used to power electric vehicles and store renewable power.
EV BatteryLithium ion batteryCity to get 32 charging stations for evehiclesedit
With an aim to promote to emobility in the district, 32 charging stations for electric vehicles will be installed in Thiruvananthapuram. The government has accorded administrative sanction for the project taken up as part of its electric vehicle policy.
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Technology is key to upskilling bluecollar workersedit
Technological disruptions in the labor market and the need for upskilling A study by MIT Technology Review estimates that 83 percent of jobs that make less than $20 per hour are threatened by automation. Innovative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are making huge strides to develop cutting edge products, which can directly replace bluecollar workers.
Future of WorkUpskillingThe impact of slowdown on talent managementedit
A lot of ink has been consumed writing about the perilous state in which our economy currently stands. Much has been attributed to government action or inaction; others have admitted it to be a consequence of the industries own doings. It is quite surprising; however, that very few business leaders were prepared for the unravelling scenario! Here is why:
Future of Jobstalent acquisitionHuman Machine Partnerships: Next Wave In Future Of Workedit
As technologys power multiplies 10 times every five years, our reliance on machines will increase. Emerging technologies will reshape our economy, lives and work over the next decade and this has already begun. Humanmachine collaboration is already embedded in 46 per cent of Indian organisations, according to the Asia/Pacific Future of Work Survey 2018 by IDC.
Future of Workhuman machine partnershipAI skills crucial for companies: Surveyedit
Tech upskilling in areas like AI/ML, digital marketing and design thinking is crucial for boosting organisational performance, a survey by skilling platform Great Learning has found. The survey was conducted among 307 companies and 25% of all respondents believe equipping AI and machine learning skills is the goto skill for upgradation.
AIMLUpskillingFootprints of AI and ML on the Recruitment Industryedit
The report of Deloittes 5th Annual Global Human Capital Trends shows more than 53% of corporates have begun the process to revamp HR modules to encompass digital tools to enhance functionality. About 22% of companies have already completed the process to leverage Artificial Intelligence to deliver Human Resource Solutions. The future of effective HR policy is AI.
AIHiringHRMLWhen trainees get to play with VR sets at workedit
When the time is right, funding will be raised to scale up the sales of XR Assist. It will face stiff competition in the global market. Boston-headquartered PTC, a leading player in IoT (Internet of Things), which acquired Qualcomm’s AR subsidiary Vuforia, entered the training space with PTC Vuforia this year.
Future of WorkIoTSkillingThe future of skills: from STEM to STEAIVIedit
According to Nasscom, the Indian IT-ITeS industry talent base has been growing at an excess of 20% year-on-year with approximately 2.6 lakh talent being installed in the cloud computing space, 1.8 5 lakh in AI and big data analytics, 1.85 lakh in social media and mobile platforms, 1.7 lakh in IoT, and 1.6 lakh in cyber security.
Future of WorkSkill and talent developmentSkillingAI, digital marketing key skills to boost growthedit
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), digital marketing and design thinking are the top skills that organisations will need to focus on to drive future growth, according to a new study.
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Engg colleges will no longer be accredited by NBAedit
Engineering colleges will no longer be accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and the role will be taken over by a new company — IIT Foundation for Accreditation and Assessment (IFAA). The company established recently, having Iit-madras, Iit-delhi and Iit-kharagpur as founding partners, is now looking for a CEO.
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