Microsoft wants to make curing people easier with artificial intelligence

The medical industry could be set for a "revolution" with the emergence of more complex artificial intelligence (AI), one of Microsoft's top researchers told CNBC on Wednesday, as technology giants look to enter the health care space. AI is a broad area, but one part of this called "machine learning", can be used to analyze a large amount of data, make predictions, and offer personalized recommendations. In theory, machine learning means that a piece of computer software can learn and get smarter. Microsoft and other major U.S. technology giants have been investing in AI, acquiring smaller companies, and finding applications. For Microsoft, the medical industry could be transformed with the tech.