Why big tech companies are betting on Artificial Intelligence

If you are a fan of Iron Man or the Avengers franchise, you know that when Tony Stark is talking to Jarvis, he is talking with Artificial Intelligence or AI. According to computer science, an'intelligent machine' is a rational agent who perceives its environment and takes those actions, which will maximize its chances of success for the specified goal. In simple terms, intelligence that is exhibited by the machines is termed as'Artificial Intelligence' or AI. Ever wondered how Google Now, Siri, and Cortana help you find information? They are all AI applications used on different platforms.