PROFESSIONALLY BIASED SHORT TAKES

Neural Networks

31 August 2022

Neural Networks Neural networks, also known as artificial neural networks (ANNs) are systems and processes which mimic the networks of the human brain. Artificial neural networks form the base of deep learning, and similar to how the neural networks in the brain can be trained, the forecasting models in financial neural networks are used to […]

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Natural Language Processing

31 August 2022

Natural Language Processing Natural language processing (NLP) is an element of computer science and machine learning whereby NLP uses artificial intelligence to “teach” machines how to interpret human language. There are many examples of areas where natural language processing is used such as chatbots on websites for customer service enquiries, speech recognition and even platforms […]

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Multi-Armed Bandit Strategies

31 August 2022

Multi-Armed Bandit Strategies A multi-armed bandit strategy or solution is an advanced way to decide the most profitable or best outcome out of a number of different choices.  Mosteller and Bush coined the phrase “multi armed bandits” in 1952 after running trials on mice in a T-shaped maze, and placing food at only one end […]

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Genetic Algorithm 

31 August 2022

Genetic Algorithm Genetic algorithms are those which are used to mirror human evolution, using Darwin like principles in order to solve problems and predict outcomes. The concept of natural selection penned by Charles Darwin explained how the concept of “survival of the fittest” is how the human race had continued to evolve over time, with […]

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