Artificial Intelligence
South Korean Go master retires, saying AI, machines ‘cannot be defeated’
“There is an entity that cannot be defeated,” said Lee Se-dol, who is considered to be one of the greatest Go players of the modern era. Continue reading
IBM’s computer debater faces off against itself, comes out a winner
Artificial intelligence “will not be able to make a decision that is the morally correct one, because morality is unique to humans,” the computer system said. Continue reading
$3M donation helping Western expand its work in data analytics and artificial intelligence
Western University students in computer science and engineering are getting new opportunities in the fields of AI and data analytics thanks to a donation from RBC. Continue reading
Country-wide workshops teach artists about artificial intelligence
By Mandy Vocke Reporter
AI Impact Alliance is hosting workshops on AI and is gaining insight from artists on the growing technology. Continue reading
Several researchers denied visas for Canadian AI conference
Black in AI, a group promoting black representation in the field, started to publicly raise concerns recently after about a third of researchers set to attend its Dec. 8 workshop at the NeurIPS conference were denied visas. Continue reading
Is Alberta ready to take advantage of artificial intelligence economy?
By Vinesh Pratap Reporter
Is Alberta ready to take advantage of artificial intelligence economy? A new op-ed asks some tough questions. Continue reading
Telus pitches bringing 5G ‘living lab’ to Whyte Ave in Edmonton, would test surveillance and algorithm technology
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The city is exploring a lab proposal with Telus to use the Whyte Avenue area as a testing ground to build on 5G technology. Continue reading
Ontario Tech students using AI to teach robots empathy
Students at Ontario Tech University are trying to program Zenbo, a robot produced by Asus, to be able to read human emotions. Continue reading
Super Awesome Science Show: Mixology
On this week’s Super Awesome Science Show, we’re going to explore the science behind making the perfect drink. Continue reading
Alberta researchers use AI to detect depression in voices
The study used previous research that suggests the timbre of a person’s voice contains information about their mood. Continue reading