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The main approaches to machine learning explained

Machine learning technology has made major advancements over the last ten years, turning concepts that were previously relegated to science fiction into real-life applications. But this progress isn’t the result of a single innovation in how to teach machines, it represents the combined achievements of many different approaches to the discipline. In this article, we’ll discuss the four machine learning concepts that sit at the heart of machine learning: supervised learning, unsupervised learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning.

How to start a career in FinTech

Financial Technology (FinTech) is a rapidly growing industry. If you have professional experience in finance, or a keen interest in disruptive technology, there’s a good chance FinTech might interest you as a career.

Perhaps you’ve been wondering how to create a FinTech startup or how to build a FinTech app. You might even be thinking about taking advantage of changes in legislation to start your own FinTech bank. Maybe you’re simply considering how you can start a career in FinTech generally.

How to start a FinTech company – tips for success

According to a PwC survey, 88% of large, well-established financial institutions (incumbents) feel that part of their business is at risk to standalone financial technology (FinTech) companies. Incumbents appeared to be immune to competition from startups for a long time; they had loyal long-term clients and the systems in place to manage constantly-evolving and onerous regulations.

How data science is transforming the way we talk to computers

User Interface (UI) design has long been a priority for the computing industry, as companies have sought to differentiate themselves from their rivals by making their products easier to use or by providing new ways to use them. However, until relatively recently, the evolution of UIs was limited by the fact that the only meaningful way to use a computer was through mouse clicks, keystrokes, and screen touches. 

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