Narrative Science, an early AI startup, begins gaining traction by using algorithms to automatically write sports and financial news stories based on raw data. Part… Read More »2011 File: The First „AI-Powered” News Stories
In May, US Navy SEALs carry out a raid in Pakistan, ending a decade-long manhunt for the Al-Qaeda leader. Part of the 59 Fun Facts:… Read More »2011 Digest: The Death of Osama bin Laden
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is released on 11/11/11, becoming one of the most acclaimed and memed RPGs in history. Part of the 59 Fun Facts:… Read More »2011 File: Gaming
The year ends with the „withdrawal” of the word „Email” as a hyphenated word (e-mail) in many style guides, reflecting its total integration into life.… Read More »2011 Classic: Legacy
The Year AI Got a Voice: This year was defined by the realization that machines could finally „hear” us and „answer” back. From the Jeopardy!… Read More »2011 Report: 2011
Protesters camp out in Zuccotti Park, NYC, in September, popularizing the phrase „We are the 99%” and sparking a global movement against economic inequality. Part… Read More »2011 Classic: The Occupy Wall Street Movement
The Ford Explorer is redesigned as a crossover, signaling the end of the traditional truck-based SUV era. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The 2011… Read More »2011 Record: Automotive
Apple introduces the iPhone 4S featuring Siri, the first mainstream „virtual assistant,” making voice-controlled tech a reality. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The 2011… Read More »2011 Archive: The Launch of Siri
Fast Five reinvents the Fast & Furious franchise as a high-stakes heist series, propelling it to new levels of success. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The 2011… Read More »2011 Vault: Movies
In a historic televised event, IBM’s Watson defeats the two greatest Jeopardy! champions, Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter. Watson’s ability to understand puns, irony, and… Read More »2011 Report: IBM Watson Crushes Jeopardy!