Open source powers AI, yet policymakers haven’t seemed to notice

Commentary: Open source is driving AI policy without policymakers getting involved, argues a Brookings Institution briefing. Image: iStock/metamorworks "Open source software quietly affects nearly every issue in AI policy," wrote…

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Python programming language: What will power the next wave of its growth?

Commentary: Python doesn't look to be slowing anytime soon, as developers put the programming language to new and exciting uses. Image: Maria Vonotna/iStock/Getty Images Plus Want a great job in…

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Don’t forget to evaluate soft skills when hiring for cybersecurity positions

Soft skills are just as important, if not more so, than technical skills in cybersecurity professionals. People with soft skills can be trained in tech skills, expert says. Image: fizkes…

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IBM quantum computing: From healthcare to automotive to energy, real use cases are in play

Companies including Anthem, Daimler-Benz and ExxonMobil, have big plans to deploy IBM quantum computers this decade. Image: PhonlamaiPhoto, Getty Images/iStockphoto Quantum computers have been receiving a lot of attention because…

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Want to be a cloud computing master? Learn Google Cloud Platform, DevOps, Kubernetes, Azure, AWS

You can get the skills you need to break into the in-demand field of cloud technology without spending a lot or money or time. Image: GettyImages/da-kuk Tech budgets are forecasted…

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Government IT spending set to increase in the face of COVID-19-driven digital transformation

Gartner predicts a 6.5% increase, with 64% of budgets going toward improving responsiveness and resilience of IT services and software. Image: iStock/tupungato Governments around the world are expected to increase…

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