Showing posts with label Software. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Software. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

4/29/2020: Australian University to use facial detection software on private computers for remote exams - The Impact of Recent Tariffs

Today's Article: Australian University to use facial detection software on private computers for remote exams
From: ABC News (Australia)
Readability Score: 13.8


As students prepare for exams at home (or remotely), universities are working on ways to protect the integrity of their exams. In Australia, a student group is protesting the use of facial recognition and tracking software on their personal computers, citing privacy concerns. Should colleges tamper with personal computers for accountability purposes?

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Today's Alternate Article: The Impact of Recent Tariffs
Readability Score: 9.0

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Tuesday, May 30, 2017

5/30/2017: Why Do Gas Station Prices Constantly Change? Blame the Algorithm - Are You Washing and Drying Your Hands Wrong?

Today's Article: Why Do Gas Station Prices Constantly Change? Blame the Algorithm

From: Wall Street Journal
Readability Score: 10.8


Retailers are using artificial-intelligence software to set optimal prices, testing textbook theories of competition.

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Today's Alternate Article: Are You Washing and Drying Your Hands Wrong?
Readability Score: 9.8


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