Last month we discussed the evolution of pattern recognition, machine learning and how the current deep learning movement could be a precursor to artificial intelligence (AI). This month we consider how deep learning and AI are already becoming part of our society through applications in the smart building sector. Since its first public discussion at a summer conference hosted at Dartmouth University in 1956, AI has both enchanted and perplexed forward thinkers around the world. AI is essentially just an application of computing for the purposes of induction or inference but in reality it has come to be known as a replacement for human cognition in many applications. AI could create machines with the ability to learn and therefore replace humans in many roles within industry and society. This potential has led to a huge increase in investment into AI in recent years. Data analytics firm Quid quotes growth of $1.5bn in 2010 to $5bn […]