Category: Tech4Good
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The power of machine learning to change—and maybe even save—the world
Microsoft Blog – 7.18.18 In the last two decades, the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) has grown from a very small community of data scientists to something that is woven into many people’s daily lives. Machine learning, computer vision, and other AI disciplines—supported by the cloud—are helping people achieve more, from mundane tasks, like avoiding…
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Getting back to nature with AI: Why Microsoft and National Geographic Society are working together to advance conservation science with computer science
Microsoft Blog – 7.17.18 Yesterday, Microsoft and National Geographic Society announced a new, joint grant program that will equip explorers working on the most challenging environmental issues of the 21st century with the most advanced technologies available today. “AI for Earth Innovation” grants will fund new solutions that leverage AI and cloud technologies to monitor, model and manage…
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First-Ever Xbox Gaming Tournament Hosted at 2018 Special Olympic USA Games
Xbox Blog – 7.12.18 (7.11.18) The Xbox Gaming Tournament at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games was a first in the world of competitive video gaming. Xbox and Special Olympics partnered to facilitate the pilot video gaming tournament at a Special Olympics event, featuring Forza Motorsport 7 on July 2nd at the USA Games in Seattle,…
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Dolby Celebrates Generations of Strength at Pride
Dolby Blog – 6.281.18 (6.27.18) San Francisco was out and proud on Sunday, June 24th as Dolby employees marched together in the annual Pride Parade. Read more: Dolby Celebrates Generations of Strength at Pride | SIGNAL
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Pride Above All
Intel YouTube Channel – 6.28.18 (6.27.18) This year we celebrated pride with what might be our most special drone show yet. Because sometimes to celebrate something beautiful, you have to create something beautiful. Source: Pride Above All
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What being welcomed at work looks like – Microsoft Life
Microsoft Stories – 6.27.18 (6.26.18) Building your career is a journey filled with challenges, excitement, and forks in the road. And journeys are easier with maps. In this column, job experts answer your questions and deliver advice to help you take the next step. Read more: What being welcomed at work looks like – Microsoft…
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Intel Celebrates LGBTQ Pride 2018 with Drone Light Show
Intel Newsroom – 6.26.18 (6.25.18) Continuing its longstanding commitment to diversity, inclusion and support of the LGBTQ community, Intel celebrated Pride Month with a drone light show that honored the LGBTQ community and Intel employees. Read more: Intel Celebrates LGBTQ Pride 2018 with Drone Light Show
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Anne Frank House VR | Oculus Rift, Oculus Go, + Gear VR
Oculus YouTube Channel – 6.18.18 (6.12.18) Anne Frank House VR offers a unique and emotional insight into these two years. Experience the world-famous Secret Annex in a never before seen way. Travel back to the years of the Second World War and wander through the rooms of the Annex that housed the group of 8…
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Seagate Commits to Greater Transparency In Global Citizenship
Seagate Blog – 6.15.18 (6.13.18) Global citizenship is not about doing what is required of us — it is about acting on our responsibility to being stewards of our planet, and to conducting business always in the best interest of our stakeholders. Read more: Seagate Commits to Greater Transparency In Global Citizenship
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Karrick Learns to Read with Immersive Reader
Microsoft YouTube Channel – 6.15.18 (6.14.18) Second-grader Karrick was struggling with reading until a classmate turned him onto Immersive Reader. The results were life-changing. Source: Karrick Learns to Read with Immersive Reader