[ NNSquad ] Authorities 'use analytics tool that recognises sarcasm'

[Lauren Weinstein <lauren@vortex.com>]

Authorities 'use analytics tool that recognises sarcasm'

http://j.mp/1b7APkH  (BBC)

   "French company Spotter has developed an analytics tool that claims to
    have up to 80% accuracy in identifying sarcastic comments posted
    online.  Spotter says its clients include the Home Office, EU
    Commission and Dubai Courts."

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INPUT STREAM: 04923: "Wow, that's just great! The government is doing
such a super job for us!"

--Lauren--
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