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Posted by on Apr 24, 2015 in Blog, General Poker | 0 comments

Brains vs. Artificial Intelligence: 4 Poker Pros Play Heads-Up against Computer Program “Claudico”

 

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The official scoreboard page for “Brains vs. Artificial Intelligence” poker challenge, taking place right now at the Rivers Casino, in Pittsburgh. “Claudico” is a computer program designed by a team at Carnegie Mellon University, led by Dr. Tuomas W. Sandholm

An interesting exercise for those interested in games and artificial intelligence.  I released this press release after interviewing Dr. Tuomas W. Sandholm, who ran the project.

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Posted by on Apr 20, 2015 in Blog, Rants and Raves | 1 comment

The New Smart Watch is a Rotten Apple

 

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I’ve got nothing against trying new technology.  After all, I own a laptop that works.  Sometimes.  I’ve used Windows Vista for years now and once spent $350 for Microsoft Office.  I even maintain an active AOL e-mail account, for the bargain price of just $24.95 per month.  Trying finding a great deal like that on your own — bet you can’t.

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Posted by on Apr 16, 2015 in Blog, General Poker | 5 comments

Brain Games: Does Playing Poker Help to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?

 

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David Sklansky, true to his reputation for thinking beyond the usual parameters of expectation, noted that if scientific research could somehow prove a direct link between playing poker and preventing Alzheimer’s (and other diseases of dementia and mental deterioration), such news might trigger another tidal wave of enthusiasm for the game.

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