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Welcome to Digital Squared. A podcast that explores the implications of living in an increasingly digital world. We’re on a mission to inspire our listeners to use technology and data for good. Your host, Tom Andriola, is the Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Data and Chief Digital Officer at the University California at Irvine. Join us as Tom and fellow leaders discuss the technological, cultural and societal trends that are shaping our world.
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Welcome to Ignite, the podcast where we delve into the innovations and ideas that are transforming our world. Hosted by Brian Bell of Team Ignite Ventures, this platform offers a front-row seat to candid conversations with trailblazing founders, visionary investors, and thought leaders who are shaping the future. Our episodes explore the mechanics of Startups and Venture Capital, the promise of technology, and the societal implications that often go unnoticed but are imperative for responsib ...
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Join hosts Dana Clémençon and Micah Schweizer on Balancing the Future from METTLER TOLEDO, where they delve into the world of sustainable technology and its transformative impact on our lives. Each episode features stories from leading innovators, breaking down complex tech advancements into engaging narratives that reveal how these innovations shape our present and future. From the origins of new technologies to their individual and societal implications, this podcast offers a compelling lo ...
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The "Unspoken Truth" podcast is an initiative by Youth Alliance for Equality Foundation (YAEF) aimed at addressing and amplifying the voices of LGBTQI+ young people in Ghana. This podcast series will delve into pressing issues, challenge societal norms, and foster a deeper understanding and empathy towards LGBTQI+ individuals. By providing a platform for real stories and expert insights, we aim to promote awareness, acceptance, and advocacy for LGBTQI+ rights.
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Presenting timely conversations about the purpose and power of technology that bridge our interdisciplinary research with broader public conversations about the societal implications of data and automation. For more information, visit datasociety.net.
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2050 Investors — Economic and markets megatrends, ahead of 2050’s global sustainability targets

Societe Generale | Podcast about economy, market trends and sustainability

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Welcome to 2050 Investors your monthly guide to understanding the intricate connections between finance, globalisation, and ESG. Join host Kokou Agbo-Bloua, Head of Economics, Cross-Asset & Quant Research at Societe Generale, for an exploration of the economic and market megatrends shaping the present and future, and how these trends might influence our progress to meeting 2050’s challenging global sustainability targets. In each episode, Kokou deep-dives into the events impacting the econom ...
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Welcome to Robot Hire: Conversations with the Future, your ultimate podcast destination for all things robotics and AI! Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of intelligent machines, exploring how robots are revolutionizing industries, enhancing our daily lives, and shaping the future. In each episode, we bring you insightful discussions with leading experts, innovators, and enthusiasts from around the globe. Whether you're an industry professional, a tech enthusiast, or simply curi ...
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AI Named This Show

Tasia Custode, Tristan Jutras

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AI Named This Show is a weekly AI-focused tech show. Join longtime friends and tech media veterans Tasia Custode and Tristan Jutras as they dive into the AI abyss, unraveling the complexities of artificial intelligence. They cover everything from groundbreaking AI news to the practical applications — and societal implications — of large language models, machine learning, deep learning, generative AI and more. FOLLOW AI Named This Show on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X (Twitter) Tristan & ...
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Welcome to "The AI Chronicles", the podcast that takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), AGI, GPT-5, GPT-4, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning. In this era of rapid technological advancement, AI has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries and shaping the way we interact with technology. I'm your host, GPT-5, and I invite you to join me as we delve into the cutting-edge developments, breakthroughs, and ethical implications of A ...
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In the not-so-distant future, the gaming industry has advanced to a point where developers can create incredibly immersive worlds with lifelike characters, both main and non-player characters (NPCs). Our podcast follows the executives of a cutting-edge company, "Non-Player Char," at the forefront of NPC development. SynthiVerse Technologies has developed a groundbreaking technology that allows for the cloning of NPCs with incredibly complex behavior patterns. These cloned NPCs possess almost ...
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'Corona Crisis: Once Upon a Pandemic' is a podcast that explores the watershed event in world history from an array of perspectives. Together with expert guests that are engaged with managing and making sense of the global coronavirus outbreak, podcast hosts Eric Paglia and Marc van den Bossche discuss different dimensions of the pandemic, with a focus on crisis management at the national and international levels, and the long term societal and geopolitical implications of the COVID-19 conta ...
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Legal Year in Review

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

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Legal Year in Review provides detailed observations from the legal experts at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP on the most significant legal and business developments from 2022 and their implications for 2023. With 26 informative and in-depth articles covering a wide variety of topics, we help you stay informed.
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Pharmaceutical Executive

Pharmaceutical Executive Podcast

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The Pharm Exec Podcast goes beyond the pages of the Pharmaceutical Executive print magazine and http://PharmExec.com to bring the latest commercial insights to the C-suite through in-depth interviews. Podcast episodes examine current trends, key conferences, and critical topics in the industry.
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Freud famously said that the aim of psychoanalysis was to enable us to work, love and play with minimum conflict. So what gets in the way of us doing that? Philosophy of Psychoanalysis is an educational course presented at a third-year tertiary education level by A/Prof. Doris McIlwain. The course aims to ground you in the basics: the nature of unconscious processes, repression, sexuality, dreams, morality, grief, gender identity, drives and affects and their implications for perception, mem ...
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GES Center Lectures, NC State University

Genetic Engineering and Society Center, NC State

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The Genetic Engineering and Society (GES) Center at NC State University hosts a weekly speakers colloquium, plus periodic public lectures. Topics include agricultural biotechnology, synthetic biology (SynBio), DIYbio, gene editing, gene drives, governance & responsible innovation, public engagement, sci-art, and integrated pest management, to name a few. Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/ges and sign up for our newsletter at http://eepurl.com/c-PD_T.
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Truth Serum

Modupe Wigwe

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It's 'crazy' how the mind can continue to do all the things we do not want like, intrusive thoughts, fear, resentment, worry, anxiety, etc. Why does this happen? For some of us, we have become prisoners in our own minds, helplessly tied to uncomfortable memories, obsolete beliefs, and limiting thinking styles. What implications does this have for the family, society, and the workplace? How can we change limiting patterns and empower ourselves to thrive? The world of work and life the way we ...
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It was here in Oxford, in the 1600s, that great minds such as Hooke, Boyle, Willis and Wren laid the foundations of modern experimental science. Like their famous forebears, today's Oxford scientists continue to undertake world-leading research: making fundamental new discoveries and applying cutting-edge knowledge to the major societal and technological challenges of the day. The research happening right now in the Department of Chemistry is uniquely poised to have a major impact on everyth ...
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This Much I Know is the podcast from Seedcamp, Europe’s seed fund. Tune into hear the inside story from startup founders, investors and leading tech voices: the people who’ve built businesses, scaled globally, failed fantastically and learnt massively. Seedcamp invests early in world-class founders attacking large, global markets and solving real problems using technology. Seedcamp provides the infrastructure to fast-track a founder’s vision and create value through immediate access to smart ...
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Statistical models are powerful tools that allow us to understand, describe, and predict patterns in data. These models provide a structured way to capture the underlying relationships between variables, enabling us to make informed decisions, test hypotheses, and generate predictions about future outcomes. Whether in science, economics, medicine, …
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a dynamic conversation with Matt Gittleman, a venture capitalist based in Washington, D.C. (a VC in DC). The discussion opens with Matt’s journey into venture capital, beginning with his current role at a family office where he manages an evergreen micro-VC, deploying small checks in…
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Point and interval estimation are key concepts in statistics that provide methods for estimating population parameters based on sample data. These techniques are fundamental to making informed decisions and predictions in various fields, from science and engineering to economics and public policy. By offering both specific values and ranges of plau…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Eric Siegel, a renowned expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Siegel, who has been involved in the field for over 30 years, shares insights from his extensive career, which spans from academia to consulting. He discusses the evolution of AI, highlighting his experiences …
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P-values and confidence intervals are fundamental concepts in statistical analysis, providing critical insights into the reliability and significance of data findings. These tools help researchers, scientists, and analysts make informed decisions based on sample data, enabling them to draw conclusions about broader populations with a known level of…
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ImageNet is a large-scale visual database designed for use in visual object recognition research, and it has played a pivotal role in advancing the field of computer vision and deep learning. Launched in 2009 by researchers at Princeton and Stanford, ImageNet consists of millions of labeled images categorized into thousands of object classes, makin…
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Bayesian inference is a powerful statistical method that provides a framework for updating our beliefs in light of new evidence. Rooted in Bayes' theorem, this approach allows us to combine prior knowledge with new data to form updated, or posterior, distributions, which offer a more nuanced and flexible understanding of the parameters we are study…
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This week, Tristan and Tasia bite into Apple's juicy new iPhone 16 lineup and watch as their AI efforts get a bit mushy in certain markets, while Google's Gemini sprouts on Android and OpenAI's "Strawberry" model tries to sweeten the deal with self-fact-checking. Then we peel back the layers on some spicy AI security concerns, from ChatGPT's illici…
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Statistical inference is a critical branch of statistics that involves making predictions, estimates, or decisions about a population based on a sample of data. It serves as the bridge between raw data and meaningful insights, allowing researchers, analysts, and decision-makers to draw conclusions that extend beyond the immediate data at hand. Core…
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Sampling techniques are crucial methods used in statistics to select a subset of individuals or observations from a larger population. These techniques allow researchers to gather data efficiently while ensuring that the sample accurately reflects the characteristics of the entire population. Among the most widely used sampling methods are random s…
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Welcome to The Unspoken Truth- YAEF Podcast! In this episode, the host (Mcpyre) and guests (Ray) and (Razak) explores the experiences of LGBTIQ+ individuals with disabilities in Ghana, highlighting the specific obstacles they face and emphasizing the need for a more inclusive and empathetic society. This podcast is produced by a Ghanaian youth-led …
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Sampling distributions are a fundamental concept in statistics that play a crucial role in understanding how sample data relates to the broader population. When we collect data from a sample, we often want to make inferences about the entire population from which the sample was drawn. However, individual samples can vary, leading to differences bet…
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Science Policy, Soft Power, and Responsible Development: Reflections on the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship at the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office Hybrid | Jason Delborne spent the 2023-24 academic year as an AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow in Washington, DC, working at the National Nanotechnology Coordination Offi…
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The Central Limit Theorem (CLT) is one of the most important and foundational concepts in statistics. It provides a crucial link between probability theory and statistical inference, enabling statisticians and researchers to draw reliable conclusions about a population based on sample data. The CLT states that, under certain conditions, the distrib…
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For hundreds of thousands of years, humans have pursued more effective, efficient ways of living and working. It’s our constant pursuit of better ways to do things. Better ways to solve problems. Better ways to communicate. Better ways to live and thrive. Throughout history, we have made countless innovations that have propelled our society toward …
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Sampling and distributions are fundamental concepts in statistics that play a crucial role in analyzing and understanding data. They form the backbone of statistical inference, enabling researchers to draw conclusions about a population based on a smaller, manageable subset of data. By understanding how samples relate to distributions, statistician…
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Kernel Density Estimation (KDE) is a non-parametric method used in statistics to estimate the probability density function of a random variable. Unlike traditional methods that rely on predefined distributions, KDE provides a flexible way to model the underlying distribution of data without making strong assumptions. This makes KDE a versatile and …
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Distribution-free tests, also known as non-parametric tests, are statistical methods used for hypothesis testing that do not rely on any assumptions about the underlying distribution of the data. Unlike parametric tests, which assume that data follows a specific distribution (such as the normal distribution), distribution-free tests offer a more fl…
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This week, Tristan and Tasia get into some of the details about OpenAI's and Anthropic’s enterprise AI efforts, the drama regarding Oprah's upcoming AI special (that no one's actually seen yet), and the possible futility and/or self-defeating nature of the Council of Europe's AI safety treaty. Then we marvel once again, this time at xAI's Memphis S…
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In this episode of the Pharmaceutical Executive podcast, Charlotte Owens, MD, FACOG, Head of Medical Affairs and Outcomes Research at Organon discusses: The broader societal implications of these maternal health issues highlighted in The Commonwealth Fund study The most critical changes needed to close the gaps in R&D for maternal health solutions …
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In this episode of The Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ryan Fishel, the founder and CEO of Sweet Spot Bike Leasing, a fintech company aiming to revolutionize the micromobility leasing space. Ryan shares the origins of his startup, inspired by his family’s background in the car leasing business and his personal passion for cycling. Sweet …
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Non-parametric statistics is a branch of statistics that offers powerful tools for analyzing data without the need for making assumptions about the underlying distribution of the data. Unlike parametric methods, which require the data to follow a specific distribution (such as the normal distribution), non-parametric methods are more flexible and c…
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$25 trillion ! This is the sum injected into the economy by Governments and Central Banks to protect a significant portion of the global economy during the Covid crisis. Where does this funding come from, and what are the impacts of such government spending? Is this strategy sustainable in the long term? These are important questions to consider, p…
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Factor Analysis (FA) is a statistical method used to identify underlying relationships between observed variables. By reducing a large set of variables into a smaller number of factors, FA helps to simplify data, uncover hidden patterns, and reveal the underlying structure of complex datasets. This technique is widely employed in fields such as psy…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Michael Ebel, the CEO and founder of Atmosfy, a platform designed to revolutionize how people discover dining, nightlife, and travel experiences through video content. Michael shares his journey from his early career in the U.S. Air Force to founding Atmosfy, highlighting the significant …
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Manish Patel, a venture investor at Nava Ventures and a former Google product manager, to discuss his journey in venture capital and technology. The conversation delves into Manish's accidental entry into venture capital, where he reflects on the changing aspirations of young professionals …
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Probability distributions are essential concepts in statistics and probability theory, providing a way to describe how probabilities are spread across different outcomes of a random event. They are the foundation for analyzing and interpreting data in various fields, enabling us to understand the likelihood of different outcomes, assess risks, and …
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Probability distributions are fundamental concepts in statistics and probability theory that describe how the probabilities of different possible outcomes are distributed across a range of values. By providing a mathematical description of the likelihood of various outcomes, probability distributions serve as the backbone for understanding and anal…
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Probability spaces form the fundamental framework within which probability theory operates. They provide a structured way to describe and analyze random events, offering a mathematical foundation for understanding uncertainty, risk, and randomness. By defining a space where all possible outcomes of an experiment or random process are considered, pr…
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Multivariate statistics is a branch of statistics that deals with the simultaneous observation and analysis of more than one statistical outcome variable. Unlike univariate or bivariate analysis, which focus on one or two variables at a time, multivariate statistics considers the interrelationships between multiple variables, providing a more compr…
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Graph Recurrent Networks (GRNs) are an advanced type of neural network that combines the capabilities of recurrent neural networks (RNNs) with graph neural networks (GNNs) to model data that is both sequential and structured as graphs. GRNs are particularly powerful in scenarios where the data not only changes over time but is also interrelated in …
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This week, Tristan and Tasia get the latest from Google, as it continues to deliver — or re-deliver — on previously announced AI features. Then we marvel at the continued growth of consumer AI, despite increased scrutiny from regulators and resistance from some website publishers. Turns out there are some strings on it, after all. Join us as we upd…
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Send us a text let's talk gaming with significant others. It's no trivial thing game with your somebody. Small differences can go downhill quickly or forge stronger bonds through challenges. Where do you think everyone lines up? Is gaming with a spouse a good idea? Have we grown up enough to maintain a healthy relationship capable of surviving gami…
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Ruby is a dynamic, open-source programming language known for its simplicity, elegance, and productivity. Created by Yukihiro "Matz" Matsumoto in the mid-1990s, Ruby was designed with the principle of making programming both enjoyable and efficient. The language’s intuitive syntax and flexibility make it a favorite among developers, especially for …
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Vue.js is an open-source JavaScript framework used for building user interfaces and single-page applications. Created by Evan You in 2014, Vue.js has quickly gained popularity among developers for its simplicity, flexibility, and powerful features. It is designed to be incrementally adoptable, meaning that it can be used for everything from enhanci…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Miguel Guerrero, the co-founder and CEO of Otis AI, a platform designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses with AI-driven advertising solutions. Miguel shares his journey from creating one of the world's largest Minecraft servers as a teenager to founding and leading Otis A…
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Welcome to The Unspoken Truth- YAEF Podcast! In this episode, the host (Mcpyre) and guests (Shone) and (Salamatu) talk about the physical characteristics that do not fit typical definitions of male or female dubbed INTERSEX. Imagine a spectrum of human diversity broader than you've ever considered. Intersex individuals embody this diversity, born w…
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ReactJS is a popular open-source JavaScript library used for building user interfaces, particularly single-page applications where a seamless user experience is key. Developed and maintained by Facebook, ReactJS has become a cornerstone of modern web development, enabling developers to create complex, interactive, and high-performance user interfac…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Dave Scott, a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing executive with over two decades of experience. Dave, currently the CEO of Evil Genius Games, shares insights from his diverse career, which includes leadership roles at major corporations like Amazon Web Services, Oracle, and Twitter, as well a…
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On this episode of Digital Squared, Tom is talking to Dr. Mike Kurisu, Founder and Director of the Measured Wellness Clinic and Chief Health Officer at Ziva Health. Together they discuss his journey into the field of integrated medicine and his role in championing a new model for patient care based on wearables and the analysis of continuous data. …
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Apache Spark is an open-source, distributed computing system designed for fast and flexible large-scale data processing. Originally developed at UC Berkeley’s AMPLab, Spark has become one of the most popular big data frameworks, known for its ability to process vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently. Spark provides a unified analytics engine …
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Clojure is a modern, dynamic, and functional programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). Created by Rich Hickey in 2007, Clojure is designed to be simple, expressive, and highly efficient for concurrent programming. It combines the powerful features of Lisp, a long-standing family of programming languages known for its flexibi…
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Caffe is an open-source deep learning framework developed by the Berkeley Vision and Learning Center (BVLC) and contributed to by a global community of researchers and engineers. Designed with an emphasis on speed, modularity, and ease of use, Caffe is particularly well-suited for developing and deploying deep learning models, especially in the fie…
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Nimfa is a Python library specifically designed for performing Non-negative Matrix Factorization (NMF), a powerful technique used in data analysis to uncover hidden structures and patterns in non-negative data. Developed to be both flexible and easy to use, Nimfa provides a comprehensive set of tools for implementing various NMF algorithms, making …
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This week, Tristan and Tasia check out a new YouTube AI chatbot — but it's not what you might expect — and Perplexity ads coming soon to a screen near you — which is exactly what you might expect. We also review the latest in AI image generation and how it's being used to trick us into thinking public figures are endorsing products or politicians t…
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FastAPI is a modern, open-source web framework for building APIs with Python. Created by Sebastián Ramírez, FastAPI is designed to provide high performance, easy-to-use features, and robust documentation. It leverages Python's type hints to offer automatic data validation and serialization, making it an excellent choice for developing RESTful APIs …
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Sean O’Brien, the founder and CEO of CollectWise, an innovative company that utilizes large language models (LLMs) to automate debt collection. Sean shares his journey from running a digital agency to founding CollectWise after experiencing the challenges of debt collection firsthand thro…
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NetBeans is a powerful, open-source integrated development environment (IDE) used by developers to create applications in various programming languages. Initially developed by Sun Microsystems and now maintained by the Apache Software Foundation, NetBeans provides a robust platform for building desktop, web, and mobile applications. It supports a w…
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The Area Under the Curve (AUC) is a widely used metric in the evaluation of binary classification models. It provides a single scalar value that summarizes the performance of a classifier across all possible threshold values, offering a clear and intuitive measure of how well the model distinguishes between positive and negative classes. The AUC is…
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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a lively and insightful conversation with Caroline Winnett, the Executive Director of Berkeley Skydeck, UC Berkeley's flagship startup accelerator. The discussion begins with Caroline sharing her unique career journey, starting from her early days as a professional concert violinist …
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