Conversational AI stories

Thesys has secured USD $4 million in funding led by Together Fund to revolutionise AI-driven interfaces with its innovative 'Generative UI' platform.

Twilio integrates OpenAI's Realtime API, allowing over 300,000 clients to enhance voice experiences using the multilingual, multimodal GPT-4o model.

Redbird has unveiled a conversational AI platform set to revolutionise enterprise business intelligence, making data analytics as simple as a Google search.

Thoughtworks and CYN launch an AI-powered solution, backed by the Scottish Government, to streamline enterprise operations and improve public service accessibility.

A Juniper Research study projects that communications APIs could generate USD $35 billion for operators by 2027, as demand for rich media messaging and conversational AI rises.

AdTech firm Silverpush appoints Jarryd Gaggin as National Sales Director for Australia to drive local market growth using advanced AI-driven solutions.

Mobile banking apps dominate in Australia with 75% of users utilising them last month. However, only 63% find their bank's mobile features adequate, says Forrester.

NICE's Enlighten Copilot wins 'Best AI-based Solution for Customer Experience' at the AI Breakthrough Awards, boosting CX innovation with dynamic, AI-driven employee support.

Kore.ai has launched XO Express, enabling businesses to build AI chatbots and contact centres without technical expertise, making advanced AI accessible to all.

OpenAI is trialling SearchGPT, a new AI that merges real-time web data with its models to offer users timely and sourced answers, enhancing search experiences.

Singapore-based SleekFlow has named Gao Lei, former LinkedIn China CTO, as its new Chief Technology Officer to spearhead tech transformation and innovation.

Roboyo appoints Ignasi Peiris as Automation Engineering Manager for Australia, aiming to bolster UiPath capabilities and drive hyperautomation in the region.

Elastic unveils Playground, a low-code interface for developers to create Retrieval-Augmented Generation applications with Elasticsearch, promising quicker, more accurate AI solutions.

Kore.ai names Richard Oldham as Head of Pre-Sales for Australia and New Zealand to enhance regional presence and provide robust technical support.

Genesys reports a stellar Q1 FY2025 with annual recurring revenue surpassing USD$1.5 billion, driven by demand for its AI-powered Genesys Cloud platform.

Spark integrates advanced conversational AI to enhance customer experiences, focusing on empathetic interactions and leveraging existing technologies for efficiency.

Newgen Software launches LumYn, an AI-driven hyper-personalisation platform set to transform customer engagement and profitability in the banking sector globally.

Kore.ai has been named a Leader in the Forrester Wave for Conversational AI for Customer Service, Q2 2024, excelling in strategy and current offerings.

Kore.ai partners with A2B Transformation to boost AI and automation for Australian businesses, integrating conversational AI to elevate digital operating models.

SnapLogic has clinched top spot in Aragon Research's annual Globe for Transformation Platform as a Service (tPaaS) for the third year running, solidifying its position as a leading provider in the emerging technology integration market.