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21 Jun

Union Budget 2019: India Inc Wants AI Centers, Robust IT Policy & Research Platforms

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The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) euphoric win in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections means that Narendra Modi will be India’s Prime Minister for a second term. However, along with the absolute win came the massive expectations from the startup ecosystem. Startup founders and VCs are clamouring for a simplified tax structure, improved bureaucracy and more…

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21 Jun

Kali Linux Vs. Linux Mint: Which One Should You Pick?

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One of the favourite tools for programmers and ethical hackers to have on their computer is a solid Linux distribution. Primarily, Linux distros are often built on an open-source codebase and generally offer a more customized and personal user experience. One of the biggest questions for any Linux enthusiast has been whether they should pick…

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20 Jun

India’ Open Government Data Platform Is Helping Data Scientists Kick-start Their ML Journey

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The NDA government has come into its new term with a renewed gusto towards analytics in the public sector. Recognising the disruptive effect that the upcoming AI wave will have on citizen’s day-to-day activities, the government has put it on a spotlight. One of the biggest needs for a healthy analytics ecosystem in any given…

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20 Jun

GauGAN Can Turn MS Paint-Like Sketches Into Photorealistic Masterpieces

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Everyone has spent a lot of time in MS Paint when first learning to use a computer, creating basic pieces of art using simple tools. Now, NVIDIA has come up with a demonstration of their latest research, which can create a simplistic image into a photorealistic landscape. Known as GauGAN, this neural network has an…

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20 Jun

RBI’s Data Localization Sees Backlash From US, May Restrict H-1B Visas

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In the latest move in a back-and-forth between Indian regulators and foreign companies, the United States has allegedly told India that it is considering restricting the popular H-1B work visas for the country. This is a risky move for India’s position in the global labour market, as over 70% of all H-1B visa applicants are…

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19 Jun

RBI Relieves Pressure On Fintechs: Data Localization Bill Under Reconsideration

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The Reserve Bank of India recently released a statement addressing the concerns of financial technology companies operating in the country. After enforcing stringent data localization norms on FinTechs operating in the country, the RBI has revised its stance. Upon a meeting of the Commerce Minister with heads of e-commerce and technology companies, the Government released…

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19 Jun

Coca-Cola Leans On Data Analytics & AI For Deeper Industry Insights

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Coca-Cola, one of the biggest companies in the world, is the poster child to show how big data analytics can be used to optimize marketing. It is not only one of the biggest companies in the world, but also, arguably, the biggest brand in the world. For any brand, the top priority is ensuring that…

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19 Jun

Coca-Cola Leans On Data Analytics & AI For Deeper Industry Insights

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Coca-Cola, one of the biggest companies in the world, is the poster child to show how big data analytics can be used to optimize marketing. It is not only one of the biggest companies in the world, but also, arguably, the biggest brand in the world. For any brand, the top priority is ensuring that…

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18 Jun

Mahindra’s Gamaya Acquisition Is A Master Stroke In The Evolving AI-Based AgriTech Market

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Mahindra & Mahindra made waves in the agritech sector with its recent acquisition of AI-based agritech startup Gamaya. This company specialises in providing solutions for crop monitoring using proprietary technology and AI. Mahindra already has a sizeable footprint in the agriculture industry through its Mahindra Samriddhi, My Agri Guru, EPC and Saboro companies. Through these…

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18 Jun

How To Use Linear Programming In Your Next Data Science Project

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As any beginner to data science knows, the field is full of complex problems. Complexity adds a lot more steps to any procedure, and this adds up exponentially when AI workloads are considered. Complexity is the bane of any data scientist’s existence and throws a spanner in the works of many models and workflows. The…

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