WayBlazer: Travel App Inspired by Supercomputer Watson

The transcript discusses Watson, an AI developed by IBM, which gained fame by winning Jeopardy and later moved into the medical field to assist doctors. The speaker, Terry Jones, talks about leveraging Watson's capabilities in the travel industry through a new company, Wave Blazer, which uses AI to personalize travel planning by integrating various data sources. The focus is on providing curated recommendations and insights, such as travel tips for Austin, Texas. The discussion also covers the future potential of Watson, including its ability to learn new languages and expand its applications across different sectors.

What was one of the first fields Watson moved into after winning Jeopardy?

• Entertainment

• Education

• Medicine

• Finance

What is the primary focus of WayBlazer in the travel industry?

• Offering travel insurance

• Providing hotel reviews

• Automating travel planning and dreaming

• Booking flights

How does WayBlazer enhance travel planning?

• By organizing group tours

• By providing free travel guides

• By integrating various data sources into Watson

• By offering discounts on flights

What kind of insights does WayBlazer provide for travelers?

• Local cuisine tips

• Curated recommendations and travel insights

• Weather forecasts

• Currency exchange rates

What is a future capability that Watson is expected to learn?

• Painting techniques

• Cooking recipes

• Learning new languages

• Playing musical instruments