Language

Difficulty Parsing Language? Check Out Google's New AI

By Jenn Loro - May 17, 2016 11:40 AM EDT

In its effort to improve AI’s ability to learn and understand the ambiguity and complexities of human language, Google has open-sourced Parsey McParseface powered by SyntaxNet. These two pieces of NLU programming is free for use, distribution, and modification by other developers to hasten the development of human-like computers.

Yahoo Messenger gets Hindi Language Support

By Ajay Kadkol - Apr 18, 2016 06:59 AM EDT

Yahoo announced updates to their Messenger application for Android and iOS platforms. The Android update intends on reaching more users in India with support for Hindi language. The iOS update however comes out with support for third-party keyboards.

Oxford adds Slang Words to Online Dictionary

By Cheri Cheng - Aug 27, 2015 02:55 PM EDT

Oxford Online Dictionary has added slang words, such as manspreading and hangry.

Talking to Your Baby Can Advance Their Language Skills

By Dustin M Braden - Jul 14, 2015 05:14 PM EDT

A new study shows that talking to your baby can increase their brain power and establish a firm base for their language skills, The Guardian reported.

Kanye West Apologizes for his Censored BBMAs Performance; Says it was ‘Over-censored’

By Cheri Cheng - May 20, 2015 02:51 PM EDT

Kanye West and his representatives have released a statement apologizing to fans for his censored performance at the BBMAs.

Apple iOS 8.3 Update: Siri Learns to Understand 7 More Languages

By Kamal Nayan - Feb 24, 2015 01:40 PM EST

The latest developer beta for iOS 8.3 includes support for seven more languages with Siri, reports Mashable. The languages are Russian, Danish, Portuguese, Dutch, Turkish, Thai, Swedish and English for India.

Human Language Innately Positive, With Spanish Being the Most "Feliz"

By Peter R - Feb 10, 2015 12:19 PM EST

A new study reveals languages are biased to convey positive emotions.

Apple's New Programing Language Swift Is 'Swiftly' Growing

By Kamal Nayan - Jan 16, 2015 02:02 PM EST

Apple's new programming language Swift, has skyrocketed since its release last year, suggests a new report.

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