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Artificial Intelligence
How "available" is the public data that feeds AIs?
12/04/2024
You've probably wondered where Artificial Intelligence (AI) companies get all that information to train their models. The answer they give is: “it's publicly available on the internet”. But what does that really mean? Let's get to the bottom of this conundrum “copyright vs public AI data” A confusing euphemism? When AI companies mention that they use publicly available data, it can sound like they have permission to use that information. However, in many cases, it's more like saying “what you find, belongs to whoever finds it.” According to some experts, this phrase is designed to confuse people. Ed Newton-Rex (former Stability AI developer) explains: “Publicly available does not mean that someone has given permission to use it to train an AI system. Essentially, all they're saying is: We haven't illegally hacked a system.” The gray terrain of copyright At first glance, publicly available sounds similar.
The Revolution of Artificial Intelligence in SMEs
01/04/2024
Opening the Doors to Innovation Artificial intelligence (AI) is already a driver of innovation and business transformation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are beginning to harness the power of AI to improve operational efficiency, decision making and customer experience. Tangible Benefits of AI in SMEs Artificial Intelligence offers a wide range of tangible benefits for SMEs that choose to integrate this technology into their operations. One of the main advantages is the intelligent automation of tasks. Through advanced algorithms and machine learning, SMEs can automate repetitive processes, such as inventory management, customer service and reporting, resulting in greater efficiency and lower operating costs. In addition to automation, AI also enables process optimization. SMEs can use predictive and prescriptive analytics to improve the quality of their products or services, optimize the supply chain, and