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Personified Mobile

Taking a page from Siri, operating systems integrate more personable touches

Implications - The popularity of Apple's Siri has inspired a proliferation of digital personal assistants in mobile operating systems and beyond. Though digital consumers appreciate artificial intelligence and the convenience of technology, a human element pushes the envelope further and positions technology as something of a personal assistant.
Workshop Question - What is a convenience your company can provide for consumers that no one else can?
Trend Themes
1. Personable Technology - The rise of personable tech involves a human element that positions technology as personal assistants - a clear opportunity for integrating artificial intelligence with daily activities in a more engaging way.
2. Intelligent Virtual Assistants - Kasisto and Agent Q are examples of the emerging trend of AI-powered virtual personal assistants offering a more direct communication with companies, specific to helping with banking and shopping experiences.
3. Advanced AI - The development of advanced AI technology, like Hound and Cleo, offer smarter platforms that can respond to specific and complicated queries or help with personal finance in a more personalized way.
Industry Implications
1. Banking and Financial Services - AI-powered virtual assistants can offer personalized banking experiences, like Kasisto's conversational banking.
2. Travel and Tourism - Chat-based apps can offer personalized, travel-focused support like that from the Hyper Travel Agency.
3. Technology - The advance of AI technology and intelligent virtual assistants create opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses to bring more engaging technology experiences into people's daily lives.
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Featured Examples

Next-Generation Computing Platforms
Next-Generation Computing Platforms
Microsoft Windows 10 Will Include a New and Modern Web Browser
Microsoft Windows 10 is a next-generation operating system that looks like it will do a far better job at bridging the gap between desktop and mobile systems compared to its predecessors. Windows 10... MORE
Hitchhiking Robots
Hitchhiking Robots
The hitchBOT Robot Will Try to Hitchhike Across Canada This Summer
If you’re in Canada and find yourself driving down the TransCanada highway and spot what appears to be a robot trying to hitch a ride, don’t be alarmed; it’s hitchBOT, a... MORE
Banking Assistant Apps
Banking Assistant Apps
The Kasisto Virtual Personal Assistant is Intelligent and Simple to Use
To help you sort out your finances and get them in order, SRI International recently launched its latest new venture that comes in the form of a virtual personal assistant called Kasisto. Using... MORE
Chat-Based Travel Apps
Chat-Based Travel Apps
The New Hyper Travel Agency Gives Trip Booking a More Personal Touch
Hyper travel agency uses a chat-based app to help you make your trip arrangements. The newly launched application acts as a convenient travel concierge available to you 24/7. All the (beautifully... MORE
AI Money Managers
AI Money Managers
The Cleo App Consists of an AI Assistant for Matters of Personal Finance
This AI assistant for your money is a smart and simple way to manage your finances. Based in the UK, the startup Cleo uses artificial intelligence to handle sensitive monetary matters. The mobile... MORE
Virtual Shopping Assistants
Virtual Shopping Assistants
Agent Q is a Text-Based Virtual Assistant That Helps You Shop Online
The Agent Q virtual assistant is a free text-based service that helps users find just what they’re looking for when shopping online. The New York City startup allows users to text whatever... MORE
play_circle_filledResponsive Assistant Apps
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The Hound App Responds To Complicated Vocal Queries
SoundHound may be best known for its music recognition app, but its new voice-enabled assistant app—dubbed Hound—takes on broader roles and is designed to be able to rival the likes of... MORE

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