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Vection wins award for Algho inclusive sign AI tool
Network Infrastructure

Vection wins award for Algho inclusive sign AI tool

Vection wins Dell and Intel award for Algho Sign Language AI, a real-time Italian sign translation system using a 3D digital human avatar.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Talkdesk launches AI agents for advanced voice self-service
Customer Relationship Management

Talkdesk launches AI agents for advanced voice self-service

Talkdesk has launched a new AI solution aimed at transforming customer self-service with voice-powered agents, promising human-like interactions and 24/7 support.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Noel Leeming's newest employee is a digital human called Nola
Digital Signage

Noel Leeming's newest employee is a digital human called Nola

Noel Leeming's Newmarket store in Auckland introduces Nola, a digital human created by Jade and UneeQ, to assist customers and enhance retail experiences.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Soul Machines creates digital human for skincare firm SK-II
Unified Communications

Soul Machines creates digital human for skincare firm SK-II

Soul Machines partners with skincare giant SK-II to unveil YUMI, the first autonomously animated digital influencer, enhancing customer interaction.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2019
ASB and Kiwi tech startup launch digital human to help SME clients
Artificial Intelligence

ASB and Kiwi tech startup launch digital human to help SME clients

ASB teams up with tech startup FaceMe to introduce Josie, a pioneering AI-powered digital human poised to assist SME business owners in New Zealand this year.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Mar 2018
Daimler hires Soul Machines' digital human for customer service
Customer Relationship Management

Daimler hires Soul Machines' digital human for customer service

Sarah combines artificial and emotional intelligence for a new experience which redefines the link between man and machine.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2018
Kiwi AI company's digital human being tested at UK bank
Unified Communications

Kiwi AI company's digital human being tested at UK bank

While NatWest will only deploy Soul Machines' technology if it successfully completes a pilot, it could be used to help free up time human advisors.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018

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Authentic Interactions adds tech leaders to AI board
Customer Experience

Authentic Interactions adds tech leaders to AI board

Authentic Interactions recruits Siri and Pluto TV co-founders to guide its push into hyper-realistic 'digital humans' for homes and businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026
India drops mandatory Sanchar Saathi app on smartphones
Data Protection

India drops mandatory Sanchar Saathi app on smartphones

India scraps mandatory Sanchar Saathi app on new phones, easing privacy fears over deep-access government software on Apple and Samsung devices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
NTT DATA to innovate fan experience at the 152nd Open at Royal Troon
Unified Communications

NTT DATA to innovate fan experience at the 152nd Open at Royal Troon

NTT DATA aims to revolutionise the fan experience at the 152nd Open Championship with digital twin tech, AI-driven insights, and a private 5G network.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024