MIT expert on the future of AI: A key hurdle stands on the path of innovation

These are two of the greatest challenges people face when deploying deep learning solutions. Fact is, while highly accurate, deep learning algorithms are complex and require more computation than other approaches. The analysis of massive data sets can lead to high power and heat dissipation in data centers which limits processing speeds; always-on applications can quickly drain power and memory resources in portable devices, such as smartphones and wearables. That limits real-world applications, particularly on mobile and handheld devices. One of the greatest limitations of progress in deep learning is the amount of computation available.