Darktrace has added 70 new machine learning models and over 80 new features to its flagship AI cybersecurity platform. The Cambridge-based company, which utilises self-learning AI to safeguard businesses across various industries, was created in 2013 by mathematicians and cyber defence professionals. As part of Darktrace’s Antigena autonomous response technology, machine learning is utilised to make thousands of “micro-level” decisions in the background. Antigena has been enhanced with 70 new machine learning models to boost its ability to neutralise threats automatically in real time. “The hallmark of a great AI…
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Microsoft acquires Nuance to usher in ‘new era of outcomes-based AI’
Nuance, the company behind Siri’s backend, has been acquired by Microsoft in a massive deal that the company claims would usher in a “new age of outcomes-based AI.” “Completion of this significant and strategic acquisition brings together Nuance’s best-in-class conversational AI and ambient intelligence with Microsoft’s secure and trusted industry cloud offerings,” said Scott Guthrie, Executive Vice President of the Cloud + AI Group at Microsoft. “This powerful combination will help providers offer more affordable, effective, and accessible healthcare, and help organisations in every industry create more personalised and meaningful…
Read MoreResearchers develop hybrid human-machine framework for building smarter AI
Artificial intelligence underpins many areas of daily life, from chatbots that answer tax questions to algorithms that operate autonomous vehicles and provide medical diagnostics. According to experts at the University of California, Irvine, creating smarter, more accurate systems necessitates a mixed human-machine approach. They describe a new mathematical model that can increase performance by integrating human and computational predictions and confidence scores in a paper published this month in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. “Humans and machine algorithms have complementary strengths and weaknesses. Each uses different sources of…
Read MoreGovernment’s WhatsApp chatbot to become a one-stop-destination to access official documents
The government’s WhatsApp chatbot, which was launched last year to schedule vaccination appointments and get inoculation certificates, will now serve as a one-stop destination for a range of official documents. Citizens will be able to download their driver’s licence, income tax certificate, or PAN card instantly via WhatsApp. According to officials, the pilot project has already been put out for testing. The WhatsApp chatbot interface will provide access to documents stored on a citizen’s DigiLocker. The name of the MyGov Corona Helpdesk has been changed to MyGov Helpdesk to reflect…
Read MoreIndia is in the crosshairs of cyber-attacks
India is dealing with sophisticated cyber problems as a result of growing digital adoption across industries, which has resulted in higher digital traffic. According to a recent cyber threat report published by Sectrio, the cyber security division of IT services firm Subex, India will face cyber attacks in 2021 not only on its critical infrastructure and digital financial systems, but also on the numerous small businesses that have gone online since the Covid-induced lockdowns. India is also progressively defending itself against state-sponsored malware attacks such as Chinese Double Dragon (APT…
Read MoreIt’s time for India First tech startup conclave & awards : Bengaluru edition
The india first tech startup conclave & awards coming to the silicon valley of india: Bengaluru, after the success of its Delhi chapter. The conclave is one of the most influential and innovative event that has a collective goal to improve the tech startup ecosystem of india. The recent Delhi chapter of India first tech startup conclave & awards concluded with a note to continue its effort for the overall growth of techstartups and its processes. The Bengaluru edition of India first tech startup conclave & awards will be commenced…
Read MoreAICRA announced the 4th season of INDIA STEM SUMMIT AND AWARDS 2022
All India Council for Robotics and automation proudly announced the 4tg season of INDIA STEM SUMMIT AND AWARDS, a super ecosystem event designed to showcase the diverse array of STEM by providing professional learning opportunities and embrace the collaboration and investment opportunities with the overarching collective goal to improve robotics and automation in India. The two-day event to be held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on the 28th and 29th of April will engage participants around the globe to share and discuss their innovative practices, research initiatives, and educational tools…
Read MoreHarness the power of artificial intelligence to improve farming : Modi urges farmers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged farmers to use scientific innovations such as artificial intelligence to improve yield, aggressively sell local natural and organic products and processed food, and promote Indian millets in the global arena. Continuing his webcast on budget provisions, Modi urged farmers and others in the agriculture sector to take advantage of rising public awareness of environmentally friendly lifestyles and the ensuing market for natural and organic products. He urged the Kisan Vikas Kendras to raise awareness about natural farming by adopting a village for natural farming…
Read MoreTop digital platforms and services operating in Russia have been directed to comply with a new law
The digital arena is where a large part of the Russia-Ukraine battle is being fought, and it may now be taking its toll on major online services and platforms. Google, Apple, Meta, Twitter, TikTok, and other companies have been given until the end of this month to comply with Russia’s new landing law. Meanwhile, outside Russia, agencies are arguing that the law is merely another attempt to tighten internet control, and tech companies are being advised to publicly reject it. The new Russian law took effect on January 1, 2022,…
Read MoreZuckerberg reveals AI projects to power Metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta, has unveiled a slew of ambitious artificial-intelligence projects, calling AI “the key to unlocking the Metaverse.” He used the AI feature Builder Bot to create a basic virtual world, complete with an island, trees, and a beach, in a livestreamed demonstration. Mr. Zuckerberg also stated that he intends to develop a universal speech translator. “The ability to communicate with anyone in any language is a superpower that was dreamt of forever,” he said. Builder Bot was part of Meta’s CAIRaoke project to improve AI…
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