IBM Commercializes Core Natural Language Processing Technology for the First Time with Watson API
Even the knowledge contained in language data can be utilized in business.

IBM has commercialized the core natural language processing (NPL) technology of Project Debater, an AI system developed to debate complex topics with humans.

Advanced Sentiment Analysis technology has made it possible to identify and analyze even idioms and colloquial expressions.
IBM has unveiled new Watson technology that more clearly identifies, understands, and analyzes the trickiest elements of human language, enabling companies to leverage insightful information in their business.

Through the technology provided by the Watson API, companies have not only been able to analyze language data including colloquial expressions, but have also been able to utilize AI technology to understand various business documents, such as PDFs and contracts, that will be added in the future.

Rob Thomas, General Manager of IBM Data and AI, stated, “Language is a tool for information and a means of expressing thoughts and opinions,” adding, “Companies have advanced not only in grasping, analyzing, and understanding more of human language but also in the way they leverage the knowledge contained in data.”all.
IBM plans to integrate technologies such as Advanced Sentiment Analysis, Summarization, and Advanced Topic Clustering into IBM Watson within this year to help customers more easily utilize natural language in their businesses.