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From Jeopardy to the classroom: IBM brings its Watson platform to the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto

TORONTO, ON — A group of students in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto are getting the opportunity of a lifetime. Using the vast capabilities of IBM’s Watson, the cognitive computing technology widely known for winning the 2011 Jeopardy challenge, the students will be learning to develop innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-based […]



  • Arts
  • University of Toronto

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Sensor Platform

The Sensorex S8000 Series modular pH/ORP sensor platform delivers accurate pH and ORP measurement in plant water/wastewater treatment, chemical, food production, and other process environments.




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SmarTest Wireless Coating Thickness Testing Platform

ElektroPhysik’s SmarTest App (available at Google Play Store) combines with ElektroPhysik’s new wireless SmarTest digital SIDSP sensors to create its new coating thickness testing platform.




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Online Scheduling Platforms Help HVAC Contractors Customize Customer Care

At some restaurants, customers can place an order online and go pick up lunch “as soon as possible” or “at a scheduled time.” Increasingly, service providers — like medical offices — are giving customers the option to schedule online, too. And the HVAC field is no exception.




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Bluon and Sera Intend to Integrate Their Platforms

HVAC software companies Bluon Inc. and Sera Systems Inc. intend to join forces, bringing a new level of modern productivity to the HVAC industry from OEM to distributor to contractor to technician and all the way to the consumer.





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Episode 113: Building Platforms with Jeff McAffer

In this episode we talk with Jeff McAffer about building platforms. We start with a brief discussion about what a platform is in contrast to a framework or an application. Drawing from his experiences working on the Eclipse platform for years, Jeff talks with us about how to develop platforms, why developing a platform is different from developing an application, what makes a good platform great, and why API design becomes so extremely important for platforms. He provides us with some insights on how the development process and the client collaboration for platform development could look like and what has and has not worked in the past.




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Episode 216: Adrian Cockcroft on the Modern Cloud-based Platform

Adrian Cockcroft discusses the challenges in creating a dynamic, flexible, cloud-based platform with SE Radio host Stefan Tilkov. After briefly discussing the definition of “cloud computing,” Adrian explains the history behind Netflix’s move to the cloud (which he led). After highlighting some of the differences that have developers and architects must face, Adrian talks about […]




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Episode 223: Joram Barrez on the Activiti Business Process Management Platform

Josh Long talks to Activiti cofounder Joram Barrez about the wide world of (open source) workflow engines, the Activiti BPMN2 engine, and what workflow implies when you’re building process-driven applications and services. Joram was originally a contributor to the jBPM project with jBPM founder Tom Baeyens at Red Hat. He cofounded Activiti in 2010 at […]




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SE-Radio Episode 239: Andrew Clay Shafer on Modern Platform-as-a-Service




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SE-Radio-Episode-266:-Charles-Nutter-on-the-JVM-as-a-Language-Platform

Charles Nutter from the JRuby project talks to Charles Anderson about JRuby and the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) as a platform for implementing programming languages. They begin by discussing the Java platform beyond just the Java language. As a case study in implementing a language other than Java on the JVM, they discuss JRuby - what it is and how it’s implemented on the JVM. They discuss recent additions to the Java platform like the invoke-dynamic byte code and lambdas in Java 8. The conversation concludes by discussing the future of the Java language, platform, and virtual machine.




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Episode 508: Jérôme Laban on Cross Platform UI

Jérôme Laban, CTO of Uno Platform, joined host Jeff Doolittle for a conversation about Cross-platform User Interfaces. The conversation addressed the unique challenges and possibilities related to applications designed to run on multiple platforms...




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SE Radio 565: Luca Galante on Platform Engineering

Luca Galante, head of product at Humanitec, joins host Jeff Doolittle for a conversation about platform engineering. They begin by defining platform engineering and its relationship to, and distinction from, DevOps. Tracing platform engineering's history, Luca describes how internal developer platforms are fundamental, and then explores the goals of addressing complexity and reducing the cognitive load on developers by creating golden paths.




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SE Radio 618: Andreas Møller on No-Code Platforms

Andreas Møller, founder of Toddle, a no-code tool for building scalable performant web applications, speaks with SE Radio's Brijesh Ammanath about no-code platforms. They discuss the role of developers in a no-code ecosystem and explore scalability and performance considerations, as well as enterprise adoption of no-code tools. Andreas also expands on why he built Toddle.dev and its unique features. Brought to you by IEEE Computer Society and IEEE Software.




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Wizer - A Free Platform to Create and Share Interactive Worksheets for Your Students



Wizer is an educational platform that allows instructors to create quick, easy and fun digital worksheets, to share them with fellow instructors, and to keep track of student performance.

The "FAQ's" below will tell you question types, multimedia resources, login formation, and some of the technology requirements.

As you know, "free" and "time-saving" are important factors to me....

Wizer FAQ's:

1. How much does Wizer cost?
Wizer is FREE for teachers. You may build, assign, share and use as many worksheets as you like for free.

2. How many worksheets can I make?
As many as you want! The use of the Wizer digital worksheet builder is unlimited. Make as many as you’d like. Please click to ‘share on gallery’ so that other Wizer teachers can see what you’ve created and use it with their students. Your influence is growing!

3. Can I use another teacher’s worksheet?
Yes. Wizer is a community of innovative teachers who create and share their digital lessons. Any worksheet on the public gallery can be used by simply clicking ‘Use’ or ‘Use this worksheet’. This duplicates the worksheet and puts the copy in your account. You can use it as-is or make some adjustments to fine tune it for your students.

4. What is the public gallery?
When teachers create a worksheet, they may chose to ‘publish on gallery’ to share it with other teachers. Any worksheet shared on the public gallery can be viewed by other teachers for inspiration or used with their students. To use a gallery worksheet, just click ‘Use’ or ‘Use this Worksheet.’

5. Does Wizer work on iPads and tablets?
Yes! Wizer worksheets can be completed on any iPad or tablet.

6. Does Wizer work on Chrome Books and laptops?
Yes. Any 1-to-1 device that is connected to the internet and has a web browser can be used to create and complete Wizer worksheets. The best browsers are Chrome and Safari.

To assign a worksheet to students do the following:
When creating the worksheet, at the navigation on top click on 'Assign to students'.
On the window that opens you can create an assignment for each class. Each gets its own link & pin code so you can later review their answers separately for each class.

There are 3 ways for you to share it with the students (from left to right):
1. Use the Google Classroom link and follow Google's instructions.
2. Copy the link and simply share it with your students.
3. Instruct your students to go to this link: https://app.wizer.me/learn/ and enter the pin code.

8. How do students login, complete and submit Wizer worksheets?
1. Google Classroom: Click on link.
2. Link: Click on link, sign in using G+ or name/password
3. PIN: Go to https://app.wizer.me/learn/, enter PIN worksheet PIN. 

9. Can I use Wizer with Google Classroom?
Yes. Wizer is integrated with Google Classroom and Wizer worksheets can be assigned to students directly via the green Google Classroom link. The first time you assign a Wizer worksheet via Google Classroom you will be asked to confirm your connection with a few simple steps.

10. Can I use Wizer with Haiku?
Yes. If your school uses Haiku digital learning platform you can create or use Wizer worksheets, then copy the worksheet link into your classroom pages.

11. Can I use Wizer with Moodle?
Yes. If your school uses Moodle open source learning platform you can paste worksheet links directly into class assignments.

12. What kind of multimedia resources can I use in Wizer worksheets?
You can easily add video, audio and images to any Wizer worksheet. Images can be made interactive using the Fill on an Image question type.

13. What kinds of questions can I make with Wizer?
Wizer question types: Open answer, multiple choice, matching, fill in the blank, fill on an image and tables.





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Eltronis Launches Engage Platform

Engage is a cloud-based software that allows consumers to use smartphones to scan packaging, which links to relevant product information online. 




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Selecting the Right Sanitary Conveyor Platform for Food Packaging Application

Regulatory legislation such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) has been the driving force behind food manufacturers and packagers taking a closer look at their conveyor systems to ensure compliance and hygienic standards are making the grade.




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Study Finds Technology Platforms’ Market Power, Economic Practices Disadvantage Local Broadcast Journalism

Washington, D.C. -- Radio and television stations are not adequately compensated for their news content on technology platforms because of an imbalance in market power, according to a new study released today by BIA Advisory Services. The study found that each year broadcasters lose nearly $2 billion in value that they generate for two of the largest technology platforms through publication of their valuable content – particularly local news.




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How to increase QoS/QoE of IP-based platform(s) to regionally agreed standards

How to increase QoS/QoE of IP-based platform(s) to regionally agreed standards




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FIGI - DFS - Security analysis of the KaiOS feature phone platform for DFS applications

FIGI - DFS - Security analysis of the KaiOS feature phone platform for DFS applications




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U4SSC - Compendium of survey results on integrated digital solutions for city platforms around the world

U4SSC - Compendium of survey results on integrated digital solutions for city platforms around the world




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U4SSC - Redefining smart city platforms: Setting the stage for Minimal Interoperability Mechanisms A U4SSC deliverable on city platforms

U4SSC - Redefining smart city platforms: Setting the stage for Minimal Interoperability Mechanisms A U4SSC deliverable on city platforms




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TR.zt-acp - Guidelines for zero-trust based access control platform in telecommunication networks

TR.zt-acp - Guidelines for zero-trust based access control platform in telecommunication networks




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U4SSC - Data and API requirements for centralized smart city platforms

U4SSC - Data and API requirements for centralized smart city platforms




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[ J.1600 (10/19) ] - Premium cable network platform - Framework

Premium cable network platform - Framework




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[ F.751.7 (12/22) ] - Functional assessment methods for distributed ledger technology platforms

Functional assessment methods for distributed ledger technology platforms




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[ F.748.17 (12/22) ] - Technical specification for artificial intelligence cloud platform - Artificial intelligence model development

Technical specification for artificial intelligence cloud platform - Artificial intelligence model development




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[ F.751.6 (12/22) ] - Performance assessment methods for distributed ledger technology platforms

Performance assessment methods for distributed ledger technology platforms







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RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors Partners with Loan Platform GreenSky

RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors has partnered with fintech company GreenSky to streamline roof repair financing, enhancing customer access to “frictionless” payment options and accelerating sales and cash flow. 




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2023 Speech Industry Award Winner: ReadSpeaker Embeds TTS in Many More Platforms

With almost 25 years of experience in developing text-to-speech solutions, ReadSpeaker today offers one of the largest selections of expressive, humanlike voices in the industry.




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Parakeet Health Launches with Generative AI Voice Platform

Parakeet expands with voice solution for patient engagement for healthcare providers.




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Africa: A New Digital Health Platform for Africa

[Africa CDC] As the use of digital tools for effective healthcare delivery gradually takes foothold in Africa, the Africa CDC has unveiled a new platform that caters for differing needs in technology, including access, cost and infrastructure to member states.



  • Africa
  • Economy
  • Business and Finance
  • Health and Medicine
  • ICT and Telecom

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Futaba North America Group to standardise automotive manufacturing operations on the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform

Plex, by Rockwell Automation, the cloud-delivered smart manufacturing solutions provider, has announced that automotive supplier Futaba North America Group (FNA) has selected the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform as a state-of-the-art, complete and integrated manufacturing and business solution to run their North American operations.




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ShipEngine launches ShipEngine for platforms in the UK

ShipEngine, the shipping API, has launched ShipEngine for Platforms in the UK. The product gives e-commerce platforms the ability to embed superior, pre-integrated shipping components directly into their own solutions.




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o9 Solutions platform selected to digitally transform Perfetti Van Melle

o9 Solutions, the enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, has announced that Perfetti Van Melle has selected the o9 Digital Brain platform to transform its supply chain planning capabilities and accelerate its digital transformation journey.




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Hexagon unveils platform to accelerate autonomous quality assurance for Industry 4.0

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, which supplies smart manufacturing technologies to giants from Volkswagen to Boeing, has unveiled HxGN Robotic Automation, pioneering robotic programming and control software that enables non-specialist quality professionals to program industrial robots to perform fully automated quality inspection.




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Digitate takes unified observability to next level with new ignio Flamingo platform release

Improved unified observability capabilities are enhanced with new AI capabilities.




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NTT DATA partners with Palo Alto Networks around Managed Detection and Response on Cortex platform

The expanded relationship between the two long-time partners brings NTT DATA’s Managed Extended Detection Response Service onto the Palo Alto Networks XSIAM Cortex platform, to add additional AI capabilities to threat monitoring, detection and rapid response.




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Fretonbit App Review: Scam Or Legit Platform? Fact-Check!

Fretonbit App is an AI-powered crypto trading software designed to enhance the trading experience of traders from all backgrounds, including novice traders. The system automates trading, operates 24/7 to collect valuable information, and offers accurate trade signals and insights. The founders say it will eliminate human biases and help earn consistent profits during various conditions. [...]




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Condrebit App Review: Scam Or Legit Platform? Fact-Check!

Condrebit App is a crypto trading platform designed to simplify trading for traders at all proficiency levels. The system combines the latest technologies and advanced algorithms to examine real-time market movements and offer invaluable data and insights. According to the founders, this trading system collaborates with trusted industry brokers who provide quality services and assist [...]




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Q&A: NBCUniversal SVP Monica Williams Talks Streaming the Olympics, Cross-Platform CX, and the Power of Metadata

In this wide-ranging interview with Monica Williams, NBCUniversal's SVP of digital products and operations for the company's content distribution business, we discuss how the proliferation of digital platforms across the OTT, CTV, and online ecosystems has brought new content distribution challenges, the boon of metadata for improving customer experiences, and the 17-day everything-must-go-perfectly marathon of distributing the Olympics.




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Stuart and Nash platforms integrate to give businesses “full visibility and control over the delivery process”

Last-mile tech logistics specialist Stuart announced a new partnership with delivery orchestration platform, Nash. This collaboration will support merchants across restaurants, grocery, retail, and e-commerce to optimise local delivery operations and accelerate growth. 




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California lawmakers revive debate over bill requiring tech platforms to pay for news

New amendments to the California Journalism Preservation Act aim to make it more like a similar law in Canada.




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'How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter' authors say platform is 'a tool for controlling political discourse'

'Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter' explores what went wrong under the entrepreneur's ownership of the social media platform.




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Social media platforms engaged in 'vast surveillance' and failed to protect young people, FTC finds

The Federal Trade Commission released a report Thursday slamming social media platforms including Facebook's parent company, Meta, as well as TikTok, Google-owned YouTube, Snap and other online services over privacy and youth safety concerns.




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Elon Musk's X says it's policing harmful content as scrutiny of the platform grows

X, formerly Twitter, released a formal global transparency report Wednesday for the first time since Musk took over the social media platform.




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ED searches sellers using Amazon, Flipkart platforms in FEMA probe

The action is related to the financial transactions being done by some of the "preferred" vendors and sellers who do business through Amazon and Flipkart like e-commerce platforms.