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Regression techniques are one of the most popular statistical techniques used for predictive modeling and data mining tasks. On average, analytics professionals know only 2-3 types of regression which are commonly used in real world. They are linear and logistic regression. But the fact is there are more than 10 types of regression algorithms designed for various types of analysis. Each type has its own significance. Every analyst must know which form of regression to use depending on type of data and distribution.
摘要： A recent survey of over 16,000 data professionals showed that the most common challenges to data science included dirty data (36%), lack of data science talent (30%) and lack of management support (27%). Also, data professionals reported experiencing around three challenges in the previous year. A principal component analysis of the 20 challenges studied showed that challenges can be grouped into five categories.
摘要： After decades stuck in research labs, artificial intelligence (AI) is ready for prime-time, transforming if not disrupting all the sectors of the economy that generate lots of data (big data), from tech to finance, communications, energy, healthcare, mobility or manufacturing.
摘要： One of the most discussed topics in the financial services industry today is blockchain technology. We are beginning to understand what blockchain technology is, but how can we best use blockchain technology within our business? In this series we describe 5 blockchain technology use cases, such as smart contracts, identity management and share trading. We hope they will enhance your understanding of the opportunities and challenges of blockchain technology, and we welcome your feedback and further discussion.
摘要： "Clients may choose to conduct business with other market participants who engage in business or offer products in areas we deem speculative or risky, such as cryptocurrencies" Bank of America said in a regulatory filing.
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The following blog article is based on the opening statements delivered by Chiara Perillo at the panel discussion on “New Conditions for Monetary and Fiscal Policy” with Martin F. Hellwig, Edward C. Prescott, Peter A. Diamond, Christopher A. Sims, 6th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting on Economic Sciences, Lindau, August 2017.
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With a population of just under a million, the small state of Delaware is nevertheless a behemoth when it comes to corporate finance law. The state carries the distinction of having the most well-developed body of corporate law in the country. As a result, two-thirds of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated there and it is also where 85% of initial public offerings choose to domicile.
摘要： Ever since Satoshi Nakamoto published an invention he called bitcoin in 2009, cryptocurrency has had its ups and downs. More recently, however, people have looked beyond bitcoin as being a controversial currency used for nefarious black market activity and into the endless possibilities that it presents. At the forefront is the public ledger that records every bitcoin transaction known as a blockchain.
摘要： Perhaps an even better question is: When did back-office record-keeping become so sexy? For anyone who’s been following innovation in the financial technology space, the word blockchain has become the buzzword du jour in the span of about 12 months. Conference sessions, news stories, regulatory testimony – they are all consumed with the underlying ledger technology that powers Bitcoin. It’s estimated that $1 billion has been invested in blockchain start-ups since the technology was introduced.
