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Are they listening? Kiwis wary of smart devices

While talking aloud, a voice-activated, home-based smart speaker asked for more info - even though it was not turned it on.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2019

Unified Communications

Facebook faces new frontiers with real time brain-to-text research

Facebook and UCSF are pioneering brain-computer interfaces to develop AR glasses enabling hands-free, real-time brain-to-text communication.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2019

Unified Communications

Auckland tech firm Aider creates buzz in the United States

Auckland-based tech firm Aider is making waves in the US and Canada with the launch of its digital assistant, which integrates with popular platforms.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2019

Unified Communications

Youthline's new AI-powered support service is now live

Youthline launches its new Digital Assistant, Sam, to provide support and information to young people in New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2019

Unified Communications

FaceMe designs 'digital human' for Southern Cross Health Society

Southern Cross Health Society to launch AI-driven 'digital human' from FaceMe, marking a world first for health insurers with relatable, 24/7 assistant.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2019

Unified Communications

Voice and digital assistants the next enterprise step for AI

Voice and digital assistants are set to transform enterprise AI, automating tasks and enhancing user interfaces with spoken commands and personalised features.

By Rob Newell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Dec 2018

Unified Communications

Kiwi company brings AI assistant to small business

Aider, an AI powered digital business assistant created specifically for small business, has been in beta phase in Australasia for several months.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Nov 2018

Unified Communications

Soul Machines on a hot streak as more firms invest

Soul Machines gains US$2M from parent firm UniServices, boosting a US$15M drive. The Auckland AI company collaborates with Daimler on digital human tech.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Oct 2018