This post is divided into five parts; they are: • Installing CatBoost • CatBoost’s Key Differentiators • Overlapping Features with Other Boosting Algorithms • Implementing CatBoost for Home Price Prediction • CatBoost Feature Importance Analysis CatBoost (short for Categorical Boosting) is a machine learning algorithm that uses gradient boosting on decision trees.

As a beginner in machine learning, you should not only understand algorithms but also the broader ecosystem of tools that help in building, tracking, and deploying models efficiently.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how professionals approach marketing and sales in every sector. By embracing AI, professionals in the field are enhancing efficiency, boosting outcomes and driving faster, more informed decisions. Sales and marketing’s AI evolution signifies not just a shift in tools, but an amplification of human potential.  Supercharging Sales & Marketing Efficiency […]

Joshua Xu is the Co-Founder and CEO at HeyGen a platform that enables users to effortlessly produce studio-quality videos with AI-generated avatars and voices. You co-founded HeyGen in 2020 with the vision of reinventing visual storytelling through AI. Can you share what inspired you to start HeyGen and your initial vision for this mission? Prior […]

While artificial intelligence is transforming various industries worldwide, its impact on software development is especially significant. AI-powered tools are enhancing code quality and efficiency and redefining how teams work together in collaborative environments. As AI continues to evolve, it’s becoming a key player in reconfiguring team dynamics, enhancing productivity, and streamlining communication. This article explores […]

A recent award from the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) brings together researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), and Lehigh University (Lehigh) under the Multiobjective Engineering and Testing of Alloy Structures (METALS) program. The team will research novel design tools for the simultaneous optimization of shape and compositional […]

Now more than ever, content creators face increasing demands to produce high-quality visuals quickly and efficiently. Did you know that two of the top content marketing challenges marketers face today are producing high-quality content and generating this content consistently? It’s no wonder, as popular platforms like TikTok are becoming saturated. As time goes on, it’s […]

Forum Ventures, an early-stage B2B SaaS fund, accelerator, and AI venture studio, today announced the release of its latest comprehensive report, “2024: The Rise of Agentic AI in the Enterprise.” The report offers a detailed analysis of the current state and future trajectory of agentic AI, providing valuable insights for businesses, investors, and startups alike. […]

As leadership teams around the world begin planning for 2025, the topic on everyone’s mind is when to expect their investments in AI and/or generative AI (GenAI) to pay off. New research from Google Cloud has revealed that more than 6 in 10 large (more than 100 employees) companies are using GenAI, and 74% are […]

Ameesh Divatia is the co-founder & CEO of Baffle, a company focused on integrating data security into every aspect of the data pipeline to simplify cloud data protection and minimize the impact of data breaches. Its platform offers a no-code, easy-to-deploy solution that secures sensitive data without affecting performance or requiring changes to applications. Baffle’s […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come a long way from its early days of basic rule-based systems and simple machine learning algorithms. The world is now entering a new era in AI, driven by the revolutionary concept of open-weight models. Unlike traditional AI models with fixed weights and a narrow focus, open-weight models can adapt dynamically […]

Artificial Intelligence is being integrated throughout the job application process, and cover letters are no exception. As these documents remain crucial for showcasing personality and fit, AI-powered generators are emerging as valuable tools. These tools leverage advanced algorithms to create personalized, ATS-friendly cover letters in minutes, helping job seekers craft compelling narratives that resonate with […]

A new research paper from Canada has proposed a framework that deliberately introduces JPEG compression into the training scheme of a neural network, and manages to obtain better results – and better resistance to adversarial attacks. This is a fairly radical idea, since the current general wisdom is that JPEG artifacts, which are optimized for […]

The auto insurance industry is experiencing a transformative shift driven by AI reshaping everything from claims processing to compliance. AI is not just an operational tool but a strategic differentiator in delivering customer value. AI advancements are enhancing underwriting precision, streamlining claims management, simplifying distribution, while elevating customer service through personalized experiences. With 79% of […]

Rohit Aggarwal is Chief Operating Officer at DecisionNext, a leading AI platform that enables companies to optimize the buying or selling of commodities at the best possible time and price. He leverages a strong background in supply chain and product management as well as experience directly leading very large teams to execute complex multi-disciplinary projects and […]

OpenAI is currently facing significant financial challenges. For example, in 2023, it was reported that to maintain its infrastructure and run its flagship product, OpenAI pays around $700,000 per day. However, in 2024, the company’s total spending on inference and training could reach $7 billion, driven by increasing computational demands. This large operational cost highlights […]

Internal financial projections from OpenAI reveal a high-stakes strategy that pairs aggressive revenue targets with substantial projected losses, according to a recent report by The Information. The company’s plans highlight both the immense potential and significant risks in the rapidly evolving AI sector. OpenAI Projects Massive Revenue Growth OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, aims to […]

ApertureData, a company at the forefront of multimodal AI data management, has raised $8.25 million in an oversubscribed seed round to drive the development and expansion of its groundbreaking platform, ApertureDB. The round was led by TQ Ventures with participation from Westwave Capital, Interwoven Ventures, and a number of angel investors. The funding will allow […]