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AI · October 23, 2018

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Orac – Filter news from social media using AI

Orac – Filter news from social media using AI launched on October 23, 2018 with 56 votes, #892 of 2,827 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches.

In plain words

Orac is an AI-powered news filtering tool that helps users curate content from social media feeds. The application uses artificial intelligence to identify and surface relevant news stories while reducing noise from social platforms. It's designed for people who want to stay informed through social media without being overwhelmed by irrelevant posts. The service processes social media content intelligently to deliver a more streamlined news experience.

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