Impact of AI Technology on Society and Economy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformative force reshaping society and the economy in unprecedented ways. As a General Purpose Technology (GPT), AI integrates with computing, energy, and data systems, driving exponential advancements across industries
U.S. tariffs: Protecting industries or raising prices?
Tariffs, taxes imposed on imported goods, have been a cornerstone of U.S. trade policy, particularly under recent administrations. Their resurgence, notably during the Trump administration’s trade wars and continued under Biden, aims to protect domestic industries, address trade imbalances, and bolster national security. However, tariffs spark debate over their economic efficacy and broader societal impacts. While proponents argue they shield local jobs and industries, critics highlight increased consumer prices and strained global trade relations. This article explores the multifaceted effects of U.S. tariffs
Digital Agriculture Can Boost Economies of Low, Middle-Income Countries
In recent years, the world has witnessed a dramatic shift towards digitization in various sectors, and agriculture is no exception. Digital agriculture, also known as smart farming or precision agriculture, involves the use of technology to optimize agricultural practices and improve productivity.
Key Digital Technologies Transforming U.S. Agriculture
Welcome to the era of digital agriculture, where cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the way, we grow our food and manage our farms. In recent years, the agricultural industry in the United States has seen a remarkable transformation in digital technologies.
Will Supply Chain Issues Continue In 2023?
The Supply Chain scenario was very volatile in 2022 internationally. Port disruptions, rail strikes, driver shortages, and other issues plagued it. According to industry analysts, supply networks might take up to 2-3 years to recover.
The Impact of Trade Restrictions on Global Wheat Prices
China, India, and Russia are the three largest wheat producers in the world. The United States is the fourth-largest wheat producer in the world. Wheat is the second most important grain that is cultivated in the United States, following corn. Wheat is one of the most demanding and useful food crops.
Global Inflation Boom
The rate of inflation has risen dramatically all over the world economy. As the world emerged from the pandemic, it saw a rapid increase in inflation, especially over the last year. According to the 12-month percentage change in the consumer price index, the monthly inflation rate for goods and services in the U.S. increased by 8.5% in July 2022, compared to July 2021.
Data Science, Machine Learning, AI – Challenges & Solutions
Data Science (“DS”), Machine Learning (“ML”), and Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) applications are increasingly being used to analyze and develop deeper insights into everyday business activities. Having a functioning implementation of ML or AI model is a huge...
Case Study – Machine Learning
Measurement of Success of the Credit Card Fraud Detection ML Model Let's review one of the most common use cases of machine learning ("ML") algorithms - credit card fraud detection and measure its success in reducing losses. The problem is a natural fit for ML because...
Quantitative Modeling (Finance)
Business Problem Build a simple model to analyze how much charge-offs can we expect at any level of portfolio loan delinquency (time independent) Regression Models Analyzed (in R) Linear RegressionNon-Linear RegressionSupport Vector MachineK-Nearest Neighbor...