Scotland consolidates position as world leader in work ready MSc. data scientists
Following the success of last year’s Data Lab MSc. Placement Programme, MBN Solutions has confirmed it has been selected as partner for the 2017/18 MSc. intake. MBN will deliver a...
Heriot-Watt recognised as one of the world’s best for artificial intelligence
Heriot-Watt University has confirmed its reputation as a world leader in artificial intelligence and robotics after reaching the final of Amazon’s prestigious global competition, the Alexa Prize. A nine-strong team,...
Electronic marketing: the implications of privacy law reform
With six months to go until the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force, many organisations would be forgiven for focusing solely on preparing for compliance. However, for those...
We’re all data subjects now
We’re all consumers for someone. Whether you are a chief executive with a LinkedIn account, a charity worker with a Twitter presence, or a lawyer subscribed to newsletters and conference...
Chancellor to ‘unlock hidden value of government data’
Investment in artificial intelligence, 5G networks, driver-less cars, and tripling the number of computer science teachers featured in Chancellor Philip Hammond’s Budget. He said wanted to secure Britain’s position as...
Just one password? Switzerland plans a single online identity for citizens
Consumers in Switzerland will be able to use a single digital identity to buy online products and services under a project unveiled by a consortium of Swiss companies, reports Reuters....
Scottish startup to transform construction product sector with machine learning
SpecifiedBy, who provide a search and comparison website to help architects and construction professionals research building products, are collaborating with Glasgow University to create structured digital data assets for the...
Data Fest 18 will support ‘data warriors’ from all professions and industries
Data Fest 18, the second outing for The Data Lab festival, will support ‘data warriors’, whatever their core profession or industry, “by providing inspiration, tools and leadership skills to make...
Heriot-Watt University chosen as one of four UK robotics and AI research hubs
The UK Government has announced £84m of funding for artificial intelligence and robotics research aimed at improving safety in extreme environments such as the North Sea, nuclear energy production and...
Bank of Scotland is piloting the use of a virtual assistant
The Bank of Scotland is piloting the use of a virtual assistant to answer common customer queries over the bank’s iPhone app. The AI-based messaging agent has been trained to...
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