Apart from nature, everything we see, touch, use and love is a product of someone’s intelligence. With the rise of technology bringing forth the creation of Artificial Intelligence (also known as AI) when combined with our natural intelligence is a phenomenon that is sure to enhance and develop each and every part of our lives in ways we never even thought possible.

What is Artificial Intelligence?

To put it simply, AI is basically intelligence shown and possessed by a machine. More specifically, it refers to any machine or device that studies its surrounding environment and strategizes the best method to successfully complete its task. AI centres around the idea that this technology allows machines to mimic cognitive functions such as “learning” and “ability to solve problems” and this is all achieved through an intense mathematical coding process.

How AI is taking over

Just as how the internet swept the world with its existence which then lead to the luxury of mobile phones transforming into something that has become an ultimate necessity in practically every area of our lives, Artificial Intelligence can be considered as the new craze that is sweeping the world of technology.

Recent reports from McKinsey has stated that a staggering $50 billion has been invested by both Alphabet and Baidu for the sole development of AI technologies. Additionally, this is a trend that we see take some claim in the political realm as we witness the Chinese government pursuing AI technology quite intensely in order to be one of the superpowers when it comes to AI. (1)

Furthermore, due to the exponential rise of peer-to-peer networks over the past few years, we have seen Machine Learning (which is a type of AI) take over various platforms like Facebook. What they do is use statistical modelling to help their computer system strategize on what to show you next. But, of course, in order for this to run smoothly, a massive amount of data and power is required. (2) Therefore, any platform running on such a technology can be viewed as one that is ready to disrupt the future in some form or another.

This is where GIG9, a new revolutionary ICO aimed to disrupt the global gig economy, comes into play as it uses blockchain technology and smart contracts coupled with AI, Machine Learning and a host of other technologies to provide a platform that is destined to take the world by storm.

Introducing GIG9

As mentioned, GIG9 is a peer-to-peer decentralized self-regulated international ecosystem, directly connecting local service providers and users, powered by blockchain-based smart contracts. By a single tap of your smartphone, users can enjoy honest reviews, flexible payments, and the ability to watch your provider heading towards your door on the map using GPS mapping technology. Additionally, GIG9 will provide an escrow service powered by smart contracts to ensure that all parties are protected in a transaction. It is an end-to-end solution providing discovery, engagement, job tracking, payment, receipt issuance and review capture.

AI and GIG9

GIG9 Engineering uses Deep Learning (DL), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and advanced technologies to create more seamless and reliable experiences for our users. Our own internal DL-as-a-service platform and customized AI models are critical in supporting GIG9’s mission of developing reliable service delivery for everyone, everywhere. GIG9 will develop customized AI models to integrate with the platform to predict services outcomes such as value and quality of services. This will enable GIG9’s team to easily build, train, and deploy custom bots for trainings, augment business flows and empower suppliers and customers.

Furthermore, GIG9 will be using the data available on users’ profile e.g. their skills and expertise to tailor them to specific services. For example, if someone is looking for an electrician, the platform could use machine learning to find a suitable person i.e. someone who is a qualified electrician and holds a certificate. This would provide a good and reliable service for everyone involved and would improve and provide a much better experience of the platform to our users.

The foundation that lies in the strength of our technology is one of the many reasons why we are confident in GIG9 disrupting the global gig economy. Additionally, through our platform, we hope to not only educate the general public on the wonders of AI but also contribute to the overall development in this field.

Mujeeb Shariq

GIG9 — AI & Machine Learning

1 [2018]. 10 Artificial Intelligence trends to Watch in 2018 [Online]. Available at http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/307589 [Accessed Mar 29, 2018]

2 [2018]. 10 Artificial Intelligence trends to Watch in 2018 [Online]. Available at http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/307589 [Accessed Mar 29, 2018]