IBM on Jeopardy

IBM have created a computer which is going to compete in the television show "Jeopardy". Talk about artificial intelligence! The "IBM contestant" will have to obey the same rules as its human competitors i.e respond with a question, no internet connection or other kinds of aid. In addition it will need to be able to pick up on verbal speech variations such as irony, jokes etc. I am really looking forward to seeing this thing in action!

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/27/technology/27jeopardy.html