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IBM Proposes Artificial Intelligence Rules to Ease Bias Concerns

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IBM called for rules aimed at eliminating bias in artificial intelligence to ease concerns that the technology relies on data that bakes in past discriminatory practices and could harm women, minorities, the disabled, older Americans and others. As it seeks to define a growing debate in the U.S. and Europe over how to regulate the… Continue reading IBM Proposes Artificial Intelligence Rules to Ease Bias Concerns

WiFi Network Made of Rubber Ducks Could Save Lives During Natural Disasters

Olympos, Turkey - October 14, 2009: Frogmen recovering motorcycle near sunken car in Mediterranean Sea in Olympos, Turkey. Olympos, a famous holiday spot in Antalyas Kumluca district, was hit by floods. The floods swept away about 50 cars from the road into the sea.

The IBM-backed developers behind Project Owl, winner of 2018’s Call For Code challenge, have successfully tested their rubber duck-based emergency WiFi network in Puerto Rico. And, with hurricane season quickly approaching, not a moment too soon. Owl, which stands for organization, whereabouts, and logistics, was designed to be deployed in the event of a loss… Continue reading WiFi Network Made of Rubber Ducks Could Save Lives During Natural Disasters