Of course, Omidyar Network is passionate about the growing recognition that a combination of non-profit and for-profit approaches can have the greatest impact.

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It said it followed some "initial teething problems with the recognition of the combination of numbers and letters in postcodes, rather than being an issue with accents".

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This technology also enables advanced voice recognition and uses a unique combination of cameras to accurately detect depth and movement.

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Like those before him, Pinter's combination of public recognition, excellent communication skills, wide range of contacts and burning passion to change the world, may yet prove a potent mix.

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ConnecTV uses a combination of content recognition algorithms, closed caption and a diverse mix of more than 100 data sources to drive the accuracy, relevancy and speed of synchronization with television programming.

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