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Dario Floreano

Professor of Robotics and A.I., EPFL- École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne

Dario Floreano is professor at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) where he is director of the Laboratory of Intelligent Systems. He is also founding director of the Swiss National Center of Competence in Robotics, which includes almost 60 researchers in 20 labs across Switzerland. Prof. Floreano holds an M.A. in Vision, an M.S. in Neural Computation, and a PhD in Robotics. He has held research positions at Sony Computer Science Laboratory, at Caltech/JPL, and at Harvard University. His research interests are Robotics and A.I. at the convergence of biology and engineering. Prof. Floreano has made pioneering contributions to the fields of evolutionary robotics, aerial robotics, soft robotics and wearable robotics that have been published in almost 400 peer-reviewed articles, and 4 books on Artificial Neural Networks, Evolutionary Robotics, Bio-inspired Artificial Intelligence and Bio-inspired Flying Robots with MIT Press and Springer Verlag. He served in several boards and committees, including the Future and Emerging Technologies division of the European Commission, the World Economic Forum Agenda Council, the International Society of Artificial Life, the International Neural Network Society, and in the editorial committee of ten scientific journal. His research and communication activity has translated in two successful companies (senseFly and Flyability) and a non-for-profit communication platform on robotics and A.I. (RoboHub).

Tesla's problem: overestimating automation, underestimating humans

May 02, 2018 16:19 pm UTC| Insights & Views Business

Tesla was hoping to produce 5,000 new Model 3 electric cars each week in 2018. So far, it has failed to manufacture even half that number. Questioned on the matter, the companys CEO, Elon Musk, claimed that excessive...

Economy

Crypto Currency Brief: Bitcoin rises for third straight day, HK-based Okex delists Altcoin pairs, EOS/USD breaches previous support – Friday, August 17th, 2018

BTC/USD: Bitcoin prices remained on the upside for the third consecutive day, trying to overcome the losses made last week, but failed to catch the $6,500 mark. Further, the past 24 hours witnessed a 50 percent jump in...

German bunds surge after Turkey’s political crisis worsens; Eurozone July CPI remains unchanged

The German bunds surged during European session Friday after Turkeys political crisis worsened, with the United States threatening to impose higher economic sanctions if the former refuses to set free a detained American...

Singapore’s NODX rises better-than-expected in July; NODX 2018 growth seen at 4-5 pct: OCBC Bank

Singapores non-oil domestic exports rose a better-than-expected 11.8 percent y/y (4.3 percent m/m s.a.) in July, up from Junes 1.1 percent y/y (-10.8 percent m/m s.a), beating market consensus forecast. While electronics...

Bank Negara Malaysia likely to remain accommodative, maintain OPR at 3.25 pct through this year: ANZ Research

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to remain accommodative and growth supportive, with the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) likely to be maintained at 3.25 percent throughout this year, according to the latest report from...

New Zealand bonds close lower tracking U.S. Treasuries on hopes of U.S.-China trade talks meet by month-end

The New Zealand bonds closed lower Friday, tracking similar movement in the U.S. Treasuries, following hopes of a re-commencement in the trade talks between the United States and China. At the time of closing, the yield...

Politics

Abbott and Turnbull shape up for another round of an old battle

The Coalition party room on Tuesday is set for a high stakes, quite personal battle between Tony Abbott and Malcolm Turnbull over the National Energy Guarantee, with former and current prime ministers shaping up on...

Immigration activists fighting to abolish ICE have a bigger vision

Theres a phrase being thrown around a lot these days: Abolish ICE. Its a hashtag, its used in political speeches and demonstrations, and it appears all over Facebook. What does it mean and where did it come from? ICE...

A socialist's primary win doesn't herald a workers revolution in the US

Anyone anticipating a golden dawn of Marxist-Leninist communism soon in the United States might have to wait a while longer perhaps forever. The surprise victory of socialist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez over longtime...

Kabila's decision to step aside won't change the DRC's power dynamics

The ruling party in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), The Peoples Party for Reconciliation and Democracy, made an announcement recently that took everybody by surprise that Joseph Kabila will not be its...

'Conservative turn' will continue in Indonesian presidential election next year

The recent announcement of President Joko Jokowi Widodos running mate in his re-election bid suggests the continued strong influence of conservative groups over politics in the worlds largest Muslim population. A...

Science

The world of plastics, in numbers

From its early beginnings during and after World War II, the commercial industry for polymers long chain synthetic molecules of which plastics are a common misnomer has grown rapidly. In 2015, over 320 million tons of...

How biobanks can help improve the integrity of scientific research

Biobanks are repositories which receive, store, process and disseminate specimens. These include DNA derived from humans and animals; bacterial strains; and environmental samples like plants and soil. Biobanks also provide...

Jupiter's magnetic fields may stop its wind bands from going deep into the gas giant

One of the most striking features of Jupiter a gaseous giant with no solid surface is the coloured bands that encircle the planet. These bands are so large and distinct that they can be seen from here on Earth using a...

The US plan for a Space Force risks escalating a 'space arms race'

United States Vice President Mike Pence has confirmed overnight plans to create a Space Force as the sixth branch of the US military. He repeated comments from President Donald Trump, who had said that American...

Chemistry kits can help teachers ignite the spark of science

When it comes to physical sciences, South Africas pupils lag far behind their peers in other countries. The World Economic Forum ranked South Africa at 128 of 137 countries in math and science education in its most recent...

Technology

‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ Release Date, Features: Latest Gameplay Trailer Is Proving the 8-Year Wait Is Worth It

Developer Rockstar Games recently revealed more gameplay details in a six-minute trailer of Red Dead Redemption 2. The teaser is entirely boasting of huge gameplay improvements one can expect from the upcoming title as if...

Google Pixel 3 Release Date, Specs: Pixel 3 XL Seen in Public Confirms Bigger Display Notch and Chin?

A photo that has been making the rounds online reportedly shows an actual Google Pixel 3 XL in use. The device in question sports the same display notch and chin designs as shown in earlier leaked renders. The said...

'Fortnite' Patch v5.21: New Massive Sniper Rifle Can Destroy Any Wall with a Single Bullet

Fortnite remains one of the most popular games today as it reportedly now has 125 million players. That is an insane number of gamers of a single title and it goes without saying that Epic Games is raking in a lot of...

'Battlefield 5' Release Date: Second Closed Alpha Confirmed Before September Beta

The official Electronic Arts website for the Battlefield franchise recently posted additional details about a second wave of closed alpha testing for the upcoming first-person military shooter. The closed alpha has started...

iOS 12 Latest Update: Apple Removes Multiple FaceTime Options Due to Performance Issues

The latest mobile operating system update for iPhone users is still filled with bugs as developers are trying to fix problems for iOS 12. After Apple released the latest update this week, the company has been flooded with...

Digital Currency

FxWirePro: Monero (XMR/USD) trades slightly above 23.6% fib, jump till $112 likely

Digital Currency and Blockchain Weekly Round-up – August 17th, 2018

Huobi to set up five cryptocurrency exchanges in new markets via cloud platform

Law

How contracts drawn up as comic strips are being put to use in South Africa

Who gets the frozen embryos in the divorce?

What is insider trading, the crime Rep. Chris Collins was charged with?

Life

Saudi women can drive, but are their voices being heard?

The start of high school doesn't have to be stressful

Music hasn't had a defining #MeToo moment ... yet

Nature

What elephants' unique brain structures suggest about their mental abilities

Evolution is getting a rethink after scientists take a closer look at Earth's first animals

How 'Big History' can save the world

Sports

Carmelo Anthony Latest Update: Will the Ex-Thunder Star Clash Again with Previous Coach Mike D’Antoni?

Kawhi Leonard Latest Update: Bruce Bowen Fired by Clippers After Criticizing Ex-Spurs Superstar in Interview

Michael Schumacher Health Update: F1 Star Still Bedridden, Son Mick Follows in His Footsteps with First F3 Win

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro: EUR/USD Trade Idea

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MOODY'S SAYS DISCREPANCY BETWEEN TURKEY'S CENTRAL BANK'S INFLATION FORECASTS, "UNWILLINGNESS" FOR POLICY TO ACHIEVE THOSE TARGETS UNDERMINES ITS CREDIBILITY

MOODY'S SAYS TO MANAGE "SOFT LANDING" OF TURKISH ECONOMY IS A CHALLENGE IN LIGHT OF WEAKENED INSTITUTIONS AND INCREASING TENSIONS WITH U.S.

MOODY'S SAYS PROBABILITY THAT TURKISH AUTHORITIES WILL MANAGE TO ENGINEER A "SOFT LANDING" OF ECONOMY IS DECLINING

MOODY'S SAYS ALSO NOTES THAT TURKEY HAS SUCCESSFULLY MANAGED PREVIOUS SERIOUS ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL SHOCKS

MOODY'S SAYS TURKEY'S EXTERNAL FUNDING NEEDS REMAIN SIGNIFICANT, AND THE RISK OF A BALANCE OF PAYMENTS CRISIS CONTINUES TO RISE

MOODY'S SAYS VIEW OF FURTHER DECLINE IN PREDICTABILITY, EFFECTIVENESS OF TURKEY'S ECONOMIC POLICY MAKING EXEMPLIFIED BY CONCERNS OVER CENTRAL BANK'S INDEPENDENCE

MOODY'S SAYS ALSO LOWERED TURKEY'S LOCAL CURRENCY BOND AND DEPOSIT CEILINGS TO BA1 FROM BAA2

MOODY'S ON TURKEY SAYS TIGHTER FINANCIAL CONDITIONS, WEAKER EXCHANGE RATE, LIKELY TO FUEL INFLATION FURTHER, UNDERMINE GROWTH

MOODY'S SAYS LOWERED TURKEY'S LONG-TERM COUNTRY CEILINGS, FOREIGN CURRENCY BOND CEILING TO BA2 FROM BAA3; FOREIGN CURRENCY DEPOSIT CEILING TO B1 FROM BA3

MOODY'S SAYS KEY DRIVER FOR TURKEY'S DOWNGRADE IS CONTINUING WEAKENING OF PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, RELATED REDUCTION IN PREDICTABILITY OF POLICY MAKING

MOODY'S SAYS DOWNGRADED THE GOVERNMENT OF TURKEY'S LONG-TERM ISSUER RATINGS TO BA3 FROM BA2 AND CHANGED ITS RATING OUTLOOK TO NEGATIVE

MOODY'S DOWNGRADES TURKEY'S RATINGS TO BA3 AND ASSIGNS NEGATIVE OUTLOOK

S&P SAYS EXPECT TURKEY'S FISCAL POSITION TO WEAKEN BUT REMAIN SUPPORTIVE OF THE SOVEREIGN RATINGS

S&P ON TURKEY SAYS BELIEVE THAT GENERALLY HEIGHTENED POLITICAL UNCERTAINTY WILL ALSO LIKELY PUT A BRAKE ON PRIVATE INVESTMENT

S&P SAYS TURKEY'S BALANCE OF PAYMENTS VULNERABILITIES REMAIN A KEY RATING CONSTRAINT

S&P SAYS TURKEY'S CURRENT ACCOUNT DEFICIT HAS PEAKED AND WILL DECLINE IN COMING MONTHS

S&P SAYS ELEVATED INFLATION IN TURKEY BY PASS-THROUGH FROM EXCHANGE-RATE DEPRECIATION WILL ERODE REAL INCOMES, DEPRESSING PRIVATE CONSUMPTION

FxWirePro: Fidelity Investments Launch Access to Bitcoin ETNs Amid SEC’s Deferral of BTC ETF Approval

FxWirePro: USD/CHF Daily Outlook

Polymath in Joint-Venture with 7Pass Announces First Private Security Token

FxWirePro: EUR/USD Trade Idea

FxWirePro: EUR/USD upside capped by 34-4H EMA, break above targets 1.1465

FxWirePro: GBP/JPY Daily Outlook

Crypto Currency Brief: Bitcoin rises for third straight day, HK-based Okex delists Altcoin pairs, EOS/USD breaches previous support – Friday, August 17th, 2018

FxWirePro: Gold rebounds from 18- month low , slight recovery till $1200 is possible

FxWirePro: EUR/CHF fades spike to session highs at 1.1366, break below 5-DMA to see further drag

Economics Monitor

August 17 14:30 UTC Released

USECRI Weekly Annualized

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USECRI Weekly Index

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147.4 %

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147.8 %

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