Watson, the computer designed to rival a human’s ability to swiftly and accurately answer questions posed in natural language, trounced returning champions Brad Rutter and Ken Jennings in programs aired Feb. 14-16.
For the win, IBM pledged to donate $1 million to charity. Half goes to the World Community Grid, a volunteer computer network dedicated to humanitarian scientific work. The other $500,000 goes to World Vision, a relief-and-development organization that helps children and communities worldwide.
“It’s an honor and a privilege to be a part of this exciting event,” Caroline Riseboro of World Vision Canada said in a press release. “IBM leads in the areas of technology and innovation, and we hope we can together continue to make a tangible difference in lives of children all over the world.”
