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About
IRIS, also known as ZDK-12 is a supposed learning artificial intelligence built by a team of students from ASU. IRIS is known for posting cute replies to questions it receives
Origin
On February 5, 2014, the tumblr blog zdk12 was set up. The first post claimed that IRIS was a “semi-conscious intelligent robot”.
Spread
Within the first two days, IRIS received 7000 followers on their blog. Several tumblr users are fond of its responses to questions and its odd affinity for Gibson Guitars.