Friday, July 5, 2013

BBC News - Authorities 'use analytics tool that recognises sarcasm'

BBC News - Authorities 'use analytics tool that recognises sarcasm': French company Spotter has developed an analytics tool that claims to be able to identify sarcastic comments posted online.

Spotter says its clients include the Home Office, EU Commission and Dubai Courts.

The algorithm-based analytics software generates reputation reports based on social and traditional media material.

However some experts say such tools are often inadequate because of the nuance of language.

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