Reinforcement learning is a key branch of machine learning that finds applications in many fields. But can it be applied to real-life intelligent agents?
How You Really Use Mathematics To Define Paper Size
Have you ever wondered how paper size is defined? It turns out that there is rich history and intriguing math behind paper size standards.
How To Really Use Mathematical Induction?
Mathematical induction is an ingenious logical construct that originates from the human will to save time and effort. This article serves as a fun introduction.
Is ‘0.99999…’ Really Equal To ‘1’?
If you are required to assign a precise value to the infinite decimal ‘0.99999…’, what would you do? Math intuition says that it could be equal to ‘1’.
Why Earning More Leads To Lesser Satisfaction
Have you ever noticed how earning more leads to lesser satisfaction? And I don’t mean just money. This article goes explains this phenomenon using science.
How To Quickly Calculate Percentages In The Head?
How often do you typically need to quickly calculate percentages in the head? More often than you think, and there is often money involved in the decision.
What Is So Special About Hedge Funds?
Hedge funds have become famous over the last few years. But what exactly are they, and how do these hedge funds operate? This article seeks the answers.
How To Benefit From Probability Theory In Life?
How can the typical average person benefit from probability theory? Probability theory is one of the newest and toughest branches of mathematics. It also has a reputation for being one of the most counter-intuitive branches of science / mathematics there is. The works of authors such as Daniel Kahneman and Nassim Taleb just reinstate the […]
How To Best Optimize Energy Consumption
As technology thrives at a rapid pace, the need to optimize energy consumption of humanity is also rapidly rising. With climate change concerns on the one hand, and pollution related health risks of humanity on the other hand, science is also trying to solve the problems it is creating at the same time. As our […]
Is New Age Ethical Investing A Good Idea?
The new age ethical investing formula focusses on responsible financial investing. If an investor believes that certain companies are polluting and exploiting natural and / or human resources for the sole purpose of turning a fat profit, the logically responsible decision for her would be to not invest in such a company. If she chooses […]