Step aside, Python — 4 benefits of using JavaScript for machine learning

In the past few years, Python has become the preferred programming language for machine learning and deep learning. But Python is not the only option for programming machine learning applications. Theres a growing community of developers who are using JavaScript to run machine learning models. #1.Private machine learning Mostmachine learningapplicationsrely on client-server architectures. Users must send their data where the machine learning models are running. There are clear benefits to the client-server architecture....

April 25, 2021 · 3 min · 530 words · Elizabeth Rodriguez

Why applied AI requires skills and knowledge beyond data science

Every year, machine learning researchers fascinate us with new discoveries and innovations. Here are four of the key challenges that Rochwerger and Pang highlight in their book. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Knowing the problem you want to solve is a challenge that applies to all software engineering tasks. Any experienced developer will acknowledge that doing the right thing is different from doing the thing right. In some cases, its because theyre trying to solve the wrong problem....

April 24, 2021 · 3 min · 507 words · Christine Cook

Scientists developed AI-powered ankle braces to make you walk faster

With torque optimized for speed, participants walked 42% faster than in normal shoes. A 42% increase in walking speed is a remarkable improvement. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Quick take:The big idea here is to eventually develop mobility solutions for the elderly and/or disabled. The current system is an early prototype for future research. Nevertheless, this is an important step in the right direction for humanity as a whole....

April 23, 2021 · 1 min · 78 words · Carrie Turner

Shadow bans, dopamine hits, and viral videos, all in the life of TikTok creators

He was stuck at home, learning remotely, and had more time than expected on his hands. Then I was like, I gotta make more videos now. Views on his videos continued to tick up throughout the fall, and several million more followers streamed in. Since Jan. 18, I havent had a day that Ive gained followers, McClellan said. Before late February, even my followers werent seeing my videos. It’s free, every week, in your inbox....

April 23, 2021 · 4 min · 706 words · Erica Martin

The new iMac lives rent-free in my head — but we need to talk about the keyboard

And, to answer your obvious question: yes, I am a ridiculous man. Im not gonna sit here and say the new iMac is perfect. In fact, there are a range of issues with Apples new computer. One thats constantly brought up is the chin and bezels on the devices. The reason for this is because the unit is so thin. Well, you do now. 40% off TNW Conference! And because of that were left with this massive, dumb looking thing that serves no aesthetic purpose....

April 23, 2021 · 2 min · 348 words · Natalie Phillips

The UK passes 40,000 EV connectors, but nearly half are in the South East

Credit:Zap-Map.com Theres good news and less good news. The good news the numbers are encouraging. Heres another significant trend. Fast, rapid, and ultra-rapid chargers play the biggest role in the expansion of devices. Fingers crossed the next milestone isnt too far away. Do EVs excite your electrons? Do ebikes get your wheels spinning? Do self-driving cars get you all charged up? Story byIoanna Lykiardopoulou Ioanna is a writer at TNW....

April 23, 2021 · 1 min · 88 words · Henry Cooper

Watch what happens when you put a 5,000 watt motor on a homemade ebike

Theres a growing community of do-it-yourself ebike builders that are turning old bicycles into super powerful electric bikes. 40% off TNW Conference! Neat and fast, but potentially lethal, thats for sure. Do EVs excite your electrons? Do ebikes get your wheels spinning? Do self-driving cars get you all charged up? Story byMatthew Beedham Matthew is the editor of SHIFT. He likes electric cars, and other things with wheels, wings, or hulls....

April 23, 2021 · 1 min · 74 words · Justin Terrell

We need more ‘servant leaders’ — it’s time to reject fearmonger managers

Do you manage people at work? If so, how would you describe your role? If not, how would you describe the person who manages you? Ill give you a minute… Do the words public servant come to mind? Not unsurprisingly,75% of employeessaid their manager was the most stressful part of their job. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. These efforts are no doubt well-intentioned and, in many cases, long overdue....

April 23, 2021 · 2 min · 401 words · Donald Rush

How Signal hacked the device that claimed to hack Signal

After that, the attackers could remotely execute any arbitrary code that could modify the unlocker devices report. That’s one heck of a mixed bag. He likes to say “Bleh. That’s one heck of a mixed bag. He likes to say “Bleh.”

April 22, 2021 · 1 min · 41 words · Melissa Carroll

iOS 14.5 is rolling out next week — here are its best new features

Apple announceda ton of devicesat its Spring Loaded event. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Default music service for Siri, Horizontal iPad booting screen, and more! That’s one heck of a mixed bag. He likes to say “Bleh. That’s one heck of a mixed bag. He likes to say “Bleh.” Also tagged with

April 22, 2021 · 1 min · 54 words · Eric Andrews

Making money is easy: 4 brutally honest tips for founders

And as if that wasnt enough,over three-quartersof founders have faced existential problems due to Covid-19. You only need to reach out for it and let it flow on the path of least resistance. Lets take a look at how to do the magic. A close focus onretentionis essential to successful scaling. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Naturally, all businesses need to charge enough to reinvest in customer acquisition, but it doesnt end there....

April 22, 2021 · 3 min · 476 words · Nicholas Garcia

Twitter tests business profiles so companies can look more profesh

Today, Twitter showed off how a profile for a business could look on its platform. 40% off TNW Conference! Also tagged with

April 22, 2021 · 1 min · 22 words · Shane Charles

60% of the world is online — 10 big takeaways on the state of the internet in 2021

It’s free, every week, in your inbox. However, levels of internet adoption continue to vary meaningfully around the world. Internet adoption also remains relatively low across Southern Asia, which is home to the worlds largest unconnected population. But that doesnt detract in any way from the value of this data. However, despite these variations, one of Facebooks platforms is still the top choice across all demographic groups. Looking beyond peoplesprimarymotivations though, its increasingly clear that social media is a top destination for entertainment....

April 21, 2021 · 2 min · 392 words · Robert Beck