IBM Watson

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IBM Watson is a sophisticated AI platform designed to integrate advanced natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning capabilities into business operations. Developed by IBM, Watson was initially renowned for its question-answering abilities, showcased in competitions like Jeopardy. It utilizes over 100 techniques to analyze natural language, identify sources, generate hypotheses, and score evidence. Watson's architecture is built on IBM's DeepQA software and the Apache UIMA framework, running on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server with Apache Hadoop for distributed computing. Watson offers a range of services, including Watson Assistant for conversational interfaces and Watson Discovery for document insights. It is widely used across industries such as healthcare, finance, and retail. Watson's capabilities are accessible via the IBM Cloud, making it user-friendly for businesses to integrate AI into their workflows. The platform supports machine learning model development and data analytics, enhancing decision-making processes. Its NLP capabilities enable extracting insights from unstructured data, improving customer service and operational efficiency.