Category: Computer Science
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The stable marriage problem
Our weekly problem no. 3. Algorithmic problem Solutions to be published on Saturday 26/10/24! Write your thoughts in the comments! Here is the solution to the stable marriage riddle.
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This cognitive bias is the reason people get misjudged, defamed and gaslighted
If you lack data, keep quiet. Here’s why. It’s like forming an opinion about a restaurant from one unsavory meal or questioning a medical treatment’s effectiveness due to a smattering of adverse outcomes. This phenomenon, known as “small sample bias” or the “law of small numbers,” can significantly distort our judgments and decision-making processes. It’s…
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AI is not creative, it is just good at recycling
Can machines truly be creative? Some argue yes, pointing to AI-generated art, music, and literature. However, upon closer examination, it becomes apparent that the creativity exhibited by AI is merely a permutation of existing information rather than genuine innovation. True creativity, as exemplified by pioneers like Isaac Newton, involves the generation of new knowledge to…
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10 Cryptographic Techniques you need to know
From Roman Empires to supercomputers Cryptography, the art of writing or solving codes, has been an integral part of human history. It has evolved from simple ciphers used by ancient civilizations to complex algorithms that secure modern digital communications. This article provides an overview of 10 different encryption methods, offering a glimpse into their historical…
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Decision Theory and the Power of Counterfactuals
A Research team on Spotify develops a new ML model for decision-making using counterfactuals. Why that’s exciting! Self-driving cars, medical diagnosis, investment plans, and game theory are all applications of decision-making AI. Decision theory is the study of algorithms for correct decisions, but it comes with a few obstacles. Making the right decision is quite…