IBM’s Robot Takes on Humans in Live Debate

The transcript discusses IBM's Project Debater, an AI system that participated in its first public debate. It highlights the system's strengths in knowledge enrichment but notes its robotic delivery. IBM's Arvind Krishna discusses the challenges and improvements needed for Project Debater, comparing it to Watson's capabilities. The conversation explores AI's potential in decision making across various fields and addresses criticism of Watson's slow progress, emphasizing its achievements in healthcare and enterprise applications.

In what ways does Watson aim to assist professionals in making informed decisions?

What statistics were mentioned regarding the global projects involving Watson?

What are the future goals for Watson in terms of its application in various fields?