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AI is being used for crunching data, detecting fraud, writing software, analyzing language and much more, but business users say human expertise remains as important as ever.  Spencer X. Smith, founder of Madison-based digital marketing firm AmpliPhi, emphasized the importance of human feedback for an AI training method called reinforcement learning. He spoke yesterday...

-- AI is being used for crunching data, detecting fraud, writing software, analyzing language and much more, but business users say human expertise remains as important as ever.  Spencer X. Smith, founder of Madison-based digital marketing firm AmpliPhi, emphasized the importance of human feedback for an AI training method called reinforcement learning. He spoke...

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with returning guest Diamond McKenna, co-founder and CEO of Milton-based Diamond Assets.  This business provides tech consultations and recycling services to a variety of clients across the country, including schools, business, health care organizations and government entities.  McKenna shares her thoughts on the...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Chetek is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of the water tower in the city of Chetek. Activities related...

De Pere, Wis: “A Conversation with Sherrilyn Ifill,” the Fall 2023 Norman & Louis Miller Lecture in Public Understanding, will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17, in Walter Theatre of the Abbot Pennings Hall of Fine Arts, 315 Third St., De Pere. Ifill, president and director-counsel emeritus of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, will begin...

MADISON- In a move that celebrates the vital role of architecture in shaping our communities and enhancing our quality of life, Governor Tony Evers has officially proclaimed October 2023 ‘Architecture Awareness Month’ in partnership with the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) and AIA Wisconsin, the statewide chapter of the American Institute of Architects. “I was...

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announces that the Road Test Waiver pilot program will end on December 31, 2023. As of January 1, 2024, those under 18 years old will need to complete an in-person road test at DMVs which offer this service to obtain their probationary license. Appointments...

MADISON – The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce has announced the official kickoff of Leadership Greater Madison's (LGM) 30th annual cohort, with the participants recently gathering for the group's initial two-day retreat. LGM30 is a 32-person cohort representing businesses, nonprofits and government entities across a broad spectrum of industries. LGM provides civic education, community...

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., October 4, 2023 – As the motorsports world eagerly anticipates the dawn of the 2024 racing season, enthusiasts have reason to rejoice. Road America, the hallowed ground of high-speed competition nestled near the picturesque village of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, has unveiled its tentative 2024 schedule that promises many experiences for fans and competitors alike. With a...

KEWAUNEE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to an open house at the Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility in Kewaunee on Saturday, Oct. 7. This free annual event will give attendees an opportunity to watch salmon egg collection demonstrations, enjoy fishing displays and take a guided tour of the facility. The Algoma...

In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Midwest Food Products Association President Jason Culotta discusses supply chain challenges, impacts on pricing and more.  Certain metals used in can manufacturing have been in short supply in the United States, he said, which impacts the Midwest canned food industry. The region supplies most of the U.S....

MADISON— The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership is pleased to announce our Lessons from the Edge event on Thursday October 19, 2023, program beginning at 6:15 p.m. This event will be held at the UW-Oshkosh Reeve Memorial Union  Ballroom.   This will be a moderated question and answer format, Marie Yovanovitch, former U.S.  ambassador to...