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  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the hearing ability of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The checks include basic health assessments such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    Some medical personnel provide basic health checks to students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    Some medical personnel provide basic health checks to students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor gives basic health checks to students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the health, including the mouth and ears, of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on July 15. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025, which include basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
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    Free Health Check Program For School Children In Indonesia
    A doctor checks the eye health of students during the ''Free Health Check'' (CGK) program for school-age children at a building in Malang, Indonesia, on July 15, 2025. The Indonesian government starts free school health checks in July 2025. The program includes basic health checks such as weight, height, blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and hearing ability. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

     

  • People Relaxing In The English Garden In Munich
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    People Relaxing In The English Garden In Munich
    A couple sits on a bench, and a woman sits on a rock watching the stream in the English Garden in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on July 6, 2025. (Photo by Michael Nguyen/NurPhoto)

     

  • Street Art Festival In Warsaw
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    Street Art Festival In Warsaw
    Actors are seen performing in an outdoor theatre performance called "Baltic Holiday" during the Warsaw Street Art Festival in Warsaw, Poland on 28 June, 2025. (Photo by Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto)

     

  • Street Art Festival In Warsaw
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    Street Art Festival In Warsaw
    Actors are seen performing in an outdoor theatre performance called "Baltic Holiday" during the Warsaw Street Art Festival in Warsaw, Poland on 28 June, 2025. (Photo by Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto)

     

  • Suspect 34-year-old Man, Edward Vargas Arrested And Walked Out Of Transit District 20 By The NYPD
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    Suspect 34-year-old Man, Edward Vargas Arrested And Walked Out Of Transit District 20 By The NYPD
    The NYPD arrests 34-year-old suspect Edward Vargas and escorts him out of Transit District 20 in Jamaica, Queens, New York, United States, on June 26, 2025. Edward Vargas is accused of pepper spraying a 25-year-old mother and her 11-month-old daughter during a dispute on the subway train. EMS responds to the scene and transports the victims to Mount Sinai Queens for substantial pain and redness to their eyes and face. (Photo by Kyle Mazza/NurPhoto)

     

  • Bakra Eid Or Eid Al-Adha Obvserved In Nepal
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    Bakra Eid Or Eid Al-Adha Obvserved In Nepal
    A Nepali Muslim applies kohl to his eyes as he attends mass Namaz prayers at a mosque in Kathmandu, Nepal, on June 7, 2025, during Eid al-Adha or Bakra Eid. Eid al-Adha is traditionally celebrated on the 70th day after Ramadan. Muslims begin the day with a ritual bath and then proceed to the nearest mosque or Idgah to offer prayers. Following the prayers, it is customary to exchange greetings with one another. According to Islamic belief, Ibrahim, who has long been childless, prays to Allah for a child and vows to sacrifice what he loves most if his wish is granted. When his son Ismail is born to his wife Hajra, Ibrahim's devotion is tested. In a dream, Allah commands him to sacrifice his son. As Ibrahim prepares to carry out the command, Allah intervenes and replaces Ismail with a ram from heaven, pleased with Ibrahim's unwavering faith. To commemorate this event, Muslims around the world continue the practice of animal sacrifice during Bakra Eid. The meat from the sacrificed animal is divided into three parts--one part is given to the poor and needy, another to relatives and friends, and the third is kept for the family. On the occasion of Bakra Eid, Muslims who are financially capable travel to Mecca and Medina in Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj pilgrimage. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Symbolic Visiting Room In Solidarity With Ahmed Souab In Tunis
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    Symbolic Visiting Room In Solidarity With Ahmed Souab In Tunis
    Young demonstrators wear T-shirts bearing the image of Ahmed Souab and attend a symbolic visiting room organized by the family of lawyer and former judge Ahmed Souab to support him and show their solidarity in Tunis, Tunisia, on May 23, 2025. Ahmed Souab, known for his opposition to Tunisian President Kais Saied, is detained on terrorism charges after publicly denouncing the severity of the sentences handed down in the so-called ''conspiracy against state security'' case. He is part of the legal team defending several prominent political figures who are sentenced to lengthy prison terms in the same case at the first instance. (Photo by Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto)

     

  • Travel Argentina
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    Travel Argentina
    March 15, 2024 - Buenos Aires, Argentina: A couple in love at a bar in Montserrat, one of the oldest neighborhoods of Buenos Aires. The Immigration and Colonization Act of 1880 offered incentives for Europeans to migrate, including free passage, land grants, and job opportunities. As a result, large numbers of immigrants, especially from Italy, Spain, and other parts of Europe, arrived, fleeing economic hardship and political instability in their homelands. Between 1880 and 1914, over 4 million immigrants entered Argentina, many of them settling in urban centers like Buenos Aires, Rosario, and Córdoba. Today, however, the situation has dramatically worsened. The percentage of the population living at or below the poverty line has risen to 57.4% due to the government's devaluation of the peso. Public spending has been reduced by about a third, particularly in the areas of health, social security, and education. In the heart of Buenos Aires, hardship, poverty, exhaustion and despair are etched in the faces of ordinary people. (Maro Kouri/Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
    MARO KOURI

     

  • Travel Argentina
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    Travel Argentina
    March 25, 2024 - Buenos Aires, Argentina: Woman at a local pub of Montserrat, one of the oldest areas of Buenos Aires. In the last government's Argentina, inequalities widened drastically due to severe cuts and austerity measures, to the point where even the International Monetary Fund (IMF) might be envious. The percentage of the population living at or below the poverty line rose to 57.4%, about 27 million citizens. The primary cause of this deterioration in living standards was the government's decision to devalue the peso, which, alongside other measures, deprived much of society of the ability to access basic goods. Public spending has been reduced by about a third, particularly in the areas of health, social security, and education. In the heart of Buenos Aires, hardship, poverty, exhaustion and despair are etched in the faces of ordinary people. (Maro Kouri/Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)

     

  • Kais Saied’s Supporters Protest Against Foreign Interference In Tunis
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    Kais Saied’s Supporters Protest Against Foreign Interference In Tunis
    Supporters hold a giant poster of Tunisian President Kais Saied as they attend a rally held by supporters of Tunisian President Kais Saied on Labour Day, in Tunis, Tunisia, on May 1, 2025, to protest against what they consider foreign interference in the country's internal affairs. The demonstration follows criticism from several international actors, including France, Germany, and the United Nations, who denounce the lack of guarantees for a ''fair'' trial after several prominent opposition figures receive heavy prison terms in the so-called ''conspiracy against state security'' trial. Since February, Tunisia sees a wave of arrests of journalists, activists, judges, businessmen, and prominent opposition politicians. (Photo by Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
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    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667643_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667641_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667640_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667639_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667638_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667637_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667636_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
    DUKAS_183667635_FER
    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
    See Ferrari text
    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

    Picture supplied by Ferrari (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes  for more human interaction
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    AI voice asstsant has holographic eyes for more human interaction
    Ferrari Press Agency
    FaceAI 1
    Ref 16748
    17/04/2025
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    Picture MUST credit: Pioneering Tech
    A voice-responsive holographic AI assistant designed which looks like a pair of expressive eyes hovering in mid-air, has been released.
    The team behind the FaceAI say they expect it to revolutionise how people engage with technology.
    FaceAI is a voice assistant with artificial intelligence that materialises as a lifelike digital presence.
    Unlike ordinary voice assistants, FaceAI the makers claim it engages and converses like a real companion and currently can do it in 50 languages.
    The hologram is brought to life by projecting an image onto a cloud of tiny water droplets.
    The light refracts through the droplets, creating a sharp, three-dimensional image in the shape of the two eyes.
    This is said to make every interaction as natural as a face-to-face conversation.
    The hologram is emotionally engaging, with the animated eyes able to reportedly express real-time reactions.
    The AI speaks and responds visually, mirroring the emotional flow of the conversation.
    Polish company Pioneering Tech which created it said: “This dynamic interaction ensures that every exchange feels personal, intuitive, and truly human-like.
    “Imagine conversing with an AI that feels as real as a person standing right in front of you.”

    OPS: The FaceAI voice assistant with expressive holographic eyes

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  • Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
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    Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
    May 16, 2024- Kallas Valleys, Pakistan: The Kalash director at the elementary school sells handmade items and braided braids made by the children to support the poor ones and their families. The Kalash, living in a predominantly Muslim environment, fiercely preserve their ethnic identity and purity, as intermarriage with other groups is unthinkable. Each community is governed by an elected leader, priests, and 12 advisors. Their priests are hereditary. Temples dedicated to the family goddess are found in each village and are the only places of worship open to women, while men make sacrifices to male deities outside the village, typically at high altitudes. The Kalash have lighter skin, often light hair, and some have green or blue eyes. They are of average to tall stature, upright, and agile. Kalash Valleys, are situated = in the mountains of Pakistan, just a few kilometers from Taliban-controlled areas. Kalash is a small ethnic group, believed to trace its origins back to Alexander the Great, lives here in relative isolation. For centuries, invaders forced them into remote areas, where they fiercely resisted the Arab conquerors and their religion. The Durand Line at the end of the 19th century, which separated Afghanistan from India, the Kalash managed to survive in the three valleys Birir, Bumburet, and Rumbur of the eastern Hindu Kushrange, now part of Pakistan. These valleys lie near the Afghanistan border and are surrounded by towering peaks. With a population of approximately 3,000 the Kalash continue to practice an ancient religion, the origins of which remain unclear. Legend has it that the Greek god Dionysus founded a settlement in the region known for its festivals and orgies. During Alexander the Great's expedition to the East, many of his soldiers deserted, and settled in the Kalash Valleys. Kalash culture still carries remnants of Greek influence, with traditions centered around ecstasy, love and poetry. (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)

     

  • Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
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    Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
    May 16, 2024- Kallas Valleys, Pakistan: The Kalash teacher at the elementary school sells handmade items and braided braids made by the children to support the poor ones and their families. The Kalash, living in a predominantly Muslim environment, fiercely preserve their ethnic identity and purity, as intermarriage with other groups is unthinkable. Each community is governed by an elected leader, priests, and 12 advisors. Their priests are hereditary. Temples dedicated to the family goddess are found in each village and are the only places of worship open to women, while men make sacrifices to male deities outside the village, typically at high altitudes. The Kalash have lighter skin, often light hair, and some have green or blue eyes. They are of average to tall stature, upright, and agile. Kalash Valleys, are situated = in the mountains of Pakistan, just a few kilometers from Taliban-controlled areas. Kalash is a small ethnic group, believed to trace its origins back to Alexander the Great, lives here in relative isolation. For centuries, invaders forced them into remote areas, where they fiercely resisted the Arab conquerors and their religion. The Durand Line at the end of the 19th century, which separated Afghanistan from India, the Kalash managed to survive in the three valleys Birir, Bumburet, and Rumbur of the eastern Hindu Kushrange, now part of Pakistan. These valleys lie near the Afghanistan border and are surrounded by towering peaks. With a population of approximately 3,000 the Kalash continue to practice an ancient religion, the origins of which remain unclear. Legend has it that the Greek god Dionysus founded a settlement in the region known for its festivals and orgies. During Alexander the Great's expedition to the East, many of his soldiers deserted, and settled in the Kalash Valleys. Kalash culture still carries remnants of Greek influence, with traditions centered around ecstasy, love and poetry. (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)

     

  • Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
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    Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
    May 16, 2024 - Kalash Valleys, Pakistan: Visitors to the Kalash village of Bikir enjoy sit by the Chitral River at a riverside cafe. Every year, more tourists, both local and international, visit the Kalash tribes, especially during their Joshi festival. Kalash women are independent, free to wear traditional clothes, dance, and drink their homemade wine. Living in a predominantly Muslim environment, the Kalash fiercely preserve their ethnic identity, with intermarriage seen as unthinkable. Each community is governed by an elected leader, priests, and 12 advisors, with hereditary priests. Temples dedicated to the family goddess are the only places of worship open to women, while men make sacrifices to male deities outside the village, typically at high altitudes. The Kalash Valleys, situated in the mountains of Pakistan, are just a few kilometers from Taliban-controlled areas. A small ethnic group, believed to trace its origins to Alexander the Great, the Kalash live in relative isolation. For centuries, they resisted invasions, eventually surviving in the three valleys of Birir, Bumburet, and Rumbur, part of the eastern Hindu Kush range. These valleys, near the Afghanistan border, are surrounded by towering peaks. With a population of approximately 3,000, the Kalash continue to practice an ancient religion, the origins of which remain unclear. Legend has it that the Greek god Dionysus founded a settlement in the region, known for its festivals and orgies. During Alexander the Great's expedition, many of his soldiers deserted, captivated by the fragrance of grapes in the area. Today, Kalash culture still carries remnants of Greek influence, with traditions centered around ecstasy, love, and poetry. Despite their rich heritage, the community faces challenges, including limited resources, malnutrition, and respiratory diseases among children. There is a growing need for improved sanitation, farming assistance, and protection from deforestation. (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (

     

  • Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
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    Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
    May 14, 2024- Kallas Valleys, Pakistan: A Kalash tailor at his sewing shop and store is open in the evening during the festival season. The Kalash, living in a predominantly Muslim environment, fiercely preserve their ethnic identity and purity, as intermarriage with other groups is unthinkable. Each community is governed by an elected leader, priests, and 12 advisors. Their priests are hereditary. Temples dedicated to the family goddess are found in each village and are the only places of worship open to women, while men make sacrifices to male deities outside the village, typically at high altitudes. The Kalash have lighter skin, often light hair, and some have green or blue eyes. They are of average to tall stature, upright, and agile. Kalash Valleys, are situated in the mountains of Pakistan, just a few kilometers from Taliban-controlled areas. Kalash is a small ethnic group, believed to trace its origins back to Alexander the Great, lives here in relative isolation. For centuries, invaders forced them into remote areas, where they fiercely resisted the Arab conquerors and their religion. The Durand Line at the end of the 19th century, which separated Afghanistan from India, the Kalash managed to survive in the three valleys Birir, Bumburet, and Rumbur of the eastern Hindu Kushrange, now part of Pakistan. These valleys lie near the Afghanistan border and are surrounded by towering peaks. With a population of approximately 3,000 the Kalash continue to practice an ancient religion, the origins of which remain unclear. Legend has it that the Greek god Dionysus founded a settlement in the region known for its festivals and orgies. During Alexander the Great's expedition to the East, many of his soldiers deserted, and settled in the Kalash Valleys. Kalash culture still carries remnants of Greek influence, with traditions centered around ecstasy, love and poetry. (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)

     

  • Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
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    Kalash, ancient tribe of Pakistan in Taliban region
    May 16, 2024- Kallas Valleys, Pakistan: The Kalash teacher at the elementary school sells handmade items and braided braids made by the children to support the poor ones and their families. The Kalash, living in a predominantly Muslim environment, fiercely preserve their ethnic identity and purity, as intermarriage with other groups is unthinkable. Each community is governed by an elected leader, priests, and 12 advisors. Their priests are hereditary. Temples dedicated to the family goddess are found in each village and are the only places of worship open to women, while men make sacrifices to male deities outside the village, typically at high altitudes. The Kalash have lighter skin, often light hair, and some have green or blue eyes. They are of average to tall stature, upright, and agile. Kalash Valleys, are situated = in the mountains of Pakistan, just a few kilometers from Taliban-controlled areas. Kalash is a small ethnic group, believed to trace its origins back to Alexander the Great, lives here in relative isolation. For centuries, invaders forced them into remote areas, where they fiercely resisted the Arab conquerors and their religion. The Durand Line at the end of the 19th century, which separated Afghanistan from India, the Kalash managed to survive in the three valleys Birir, Bumburet, and Rumbur of the eastern Hindu Kushrange, now part of Pakistan. These valleys lie near the Afghanistan border and are surrounded by towering peaks. With a population of approximately 3,000 the Kalash continue to practice an ancient religion, the origins of which remain unclear. Legend has it that the Greek god Dionysus founded a settlement in the region known for its festivals and orgies. During Alexander the Great's expedition to the East, many of his soldiers deserted, and settled in the Kalash Valleys. Kalash culture still carries remnants of Greek influence, with traditions centered around ecstasy, love and poetry. (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)

     

  • Timeless world of Ethiopia's Omo valley tribes
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    Timeless world of Ethiopia's Omo valley tribes
    February 28, 2023 - Omo River's Valley, Ethiopia: Younger mother with her newborn baby and a lollipop! A Delicate Balance... The sun rises in the Mago National Park, where I met the Mursi, known for their elaborate ear and/or lip plates. As there is no electricity here, everyone has already begun their daily tasks. Many women continue the tradition of placing a clay plate in their ears and /or their lower lip. The larger the plate, the more attractive they are considered. Nearby, there are activists from Scandinavian countries trying to explain to them that this is a violent and abusive practice toward themselves and their bodies. Although, still the women’s traditional body modification remains a symbol of beauty and status. In the elections, the Mursi do not even vote because they are a nomadic population. Outside the huts, which are made of straw and mud, women pound seeds and cook. Around the large tree, young mothers rock their babies to sleep, holding them close, their hearts beating in sync. How do they live only on breast milk, seeds, the fruits of nature, the sun and the moon, the art of family and relationships? I want to know! (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
    MARO KOURI

     

  • Timeless world of Ethiopia's Omo valley tribes
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    Timeless world of Ethiopia's Omo valley tribes
    February 26, 2023 - Omo River's Valley, Ethiopia:A woman of the Hammer tribe with her hair wrapped in rings made of mud and butter. She is semi-naked, dressed in traditional Hamar attire, and adorned with brightly colored beaded necklaces. The word “Aithiops” means “Ethiopian” and is made from the two Greek words, «????» and «??», (“aitho”=“I burn”)+(“ops”=“face”). It literally means a burnt face person. It has been used as a general description for all dark-skinned people since the time of Homer. It’s clear that the tribes of the Omo River need our support. Not in the form of charity, but in a way that empowers them to maintain their cultural identity while navigating the challenges of the modern world. Education that respects their traditional knowledge, access to healthcare, and protection of their land are critical. These tribes have much to offer us — their wisdom may even hold solutions to some of the world’s most pressing issues, like climate change. As I left the Omo Valley, I felt a deep sense of gratitude for what I had learned. In a world increasingly dominated by consumerism and technology, these tribes remind us that there is another way to live — a way that is rooted in respect for nature, for the community, and for the sacred rhythms of life. As photography holds a divine quality, I connect with them as they stop time, like a desire to remain in the present, to find oneself. And perhaps, this is the most profound need of all — to simply be, this moment. (Maro Kouri / Polaris) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
    MARO KOURI

     

  • Putting a human face on robots
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    Putting a human face on robots
    Ferrari Press Agency

    Emo 1

    Ref 15707

    28/03/2024

    See Ferrari text

    Pictures must credit: Columbia Engineering

    A smiling robotic face that makes eye contact is being developed to help build trust between the machines and humans.

    The face, named Emo, is equipped with artificial intelligence to anticipate and replicate a person’s smile before the person actually smile.

    This is said to be a major advance in accurately, improving interactions with people.

    Robot communication ability is improving thanks to   large language models like Chat GPT, but nonverbal communication skills lag behind,  especially facial expressions.

    A team at the engineering department of the USA’s Columbia University in New York City, aims to improve nonverbal communication between humans and robots.

    The main challenge was designing a robot that can make a wide range of facial expressions because involves complex mechanical  design.

    A second challenge was knowing what   facial expression to generate so that they appear  natural, timely, and genuine.

    Emo.   is equipped with 26 actuators , effectively mechanical muscles, and a soft skin  allowing for versatile facial expressions.  

    The face skin can be easily replaced for customisation  and maintenance.

    Each eye has high resolution cameras enabling Emo to make eye contact,   which is crucial for nonverbal communication. 

    OPS: Emo in the lab with Columbia Engineering researcher Yuhang Hu .Emo has high res cameras in its eyes.

    Picture supplied by Ferrari
    (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • Putting a human face on robots
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    Putting a human face on robots
    Ferrari Press Agency

    Emo 1

    Ref 15707

    28/03/2024

    See Ferrari text

    Pictures must credit: Columbia Engineering

    A smiling robotic face that makes eye contact is being developed to help build trust between the machines and humans.

    The face, named Emo, is equipped with artificial intelligence to anticipate and replicate a person’s smile before the person actually smile.

    This is said to be a major advance in accurately, improving interactions with people.

    Robot communication ability is improving thanks to   large language models like Chat GPT, but nonverbal communication skills lag behind,  especially facial expressions.

    A team at the engineering department of the USA’s Columbia University in New York City, aims to improve nonverbal communication between humans and robots.

    The main challenge was designing a robot that can make a wide range of facial expressions because involves complex mechanical  design.

    A second challenge was knowing what   facial expression to generate so that they appear  natural, timely, and genuine.

    Emo.   is equipped with 26 actuators , effectively mechanical muscles, and a soft skin  allowing for versatile facial expressions.  

    The face skin can be easily replaced for customisation  and maintenance.

    Each eye has high resolution cameras enabling Emo to make eye contact,   which is crucial for nonverbal communication. 

    OPS: Emo 's eyes can move around and make eye contact

    Picture supplied by Ferrari
    (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • Putting a human face on robots
    DUKAS_167818525_FER
    Putting a human face on robots
    Ferrari Press Agency

    Emo 1

    Ref 15707

    28/03/2024

    See Ferrari text

    Pictures must credit: Columbia Engineering

    A smiling robotic face that makes eye contact is being developed to help build trust between the machines and humans.

    The face, named Emo, is equipped with artificial intelligence to anticipate and replicate a person’s smile before the person actually smile.

    This is said to be a major advance in accurately, improving interactions with people.

    Robot communication ability is improving thanks to   large language models like Chat GPT, but nonverbal communication skills lag behind,  especially facial expressions.

    A team at the engineering department of the USA’s Columbia University in New York City, aims to improve nonverbal communication between humans and robots.

    The main challenge was designing a robot that can make a wide range of facial expressions because involves complex mechanical  design.

    A second challenge was knowing what   facial expression to generate so that they appear  natural, timely, and genuine.

    Emo.   is equipped with 26 actuators , effectively mechanical muscles, and a soft skin  allowing for versatile facial expressions.  

    The face skin can be easily replaced for customisation  and maintenance.

    Each eye has high resolution cameras enabling Emo to make eye contact,   which is crucial for nonverbal communication. 

    OPS: Emo in the lab with Columbia Engineering researcher Yuhang Hu .

    Picture supplied by Ferrari
    (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • Putting a human face on robots
    DUKAS_167818524_FER
    Putting a human face on robots
    Ferrari Press Agency

    Emo 1

    Ref 15707

    28/03/2024

    See Ferrari text

    Pictures must credit: Columbia Engineering

    A smiling robotic face that makes eye contact is being developed to help build trust between the machines and humans.

    The face, named Emo, is equipped with artificial intelligence to anticipate and replicate a person’s smile before the person actually smile.

    This is said to be a major advance in accurately, improving interactions with people.

    Robot communication ability is improving thanks to   large language models like Chat GPT, but nonverbal communication skills lag behind,  especially facial expressions.

    A team at the engineering department of the USA’s Columbia University in New York City, aims to improve nonverbal communication between humans and robots.

    The main challenge was designing a robot that can make a wide range of facial expressions because involves complex mechanical  design.

    A second challenge was knowing what   facial expression to generate so that they appear  natural, timely, and genuine.

    Emo.   is equipped with 26 actuators , effectively mechanical muscles, and a soft skin  allowing for versatile facial expressions.  

    The face skin can be easily replaced for customisation  and maintenance.

    Each eye has high resolution cameras enabling Emo to make eye contact,   which is crucial for nonverbal communication. 

    OPS: Emo mimicking a researcher's expressions

    Picture supplied by Ferrari
    (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • Putting a human face on robots
    DUKAS_167818523_FER
    Putting a human face on robots
    Ferrari Press Agency

    Emo 1

    Ref 15707

    28/03/2024

    See Ferrari text

    Pictures must credit: Columbia Engineering

    A smiling robotic face that makes eye contact is being developed to help build trust between the machines and humans.

    The face, named Emo, is equipped with artificial intelligence to anticipate and replicate a person’s smile before the person actually smile.

    This is said to be a major advance in accurately, improving interactions with people.

    Robot communication ability is improving thanks to   large language models like Chat GPT, but nonverbal communication skills lag behind,  especially facial expressions.

    A team at the engineering department of the USA’s Columbia University in New York City, aims to improve nonverbal communication between humans and robots.

    The main challenge was designing a robot that can make a wide range of facial expressions because involves complex mechanical  design.

    A second challenge was knowing what   facial expression to generate so that they appear  natural, timely, and genuine.

    Emo.   is equipped with 26 actuators , effectively mechanical muscles, and a soft skin  allowing for versatile facial expressions.  

    The face skin can be easily replaced for customisation  and maintenance.

    Each eye has high resolution cameras enabling Emo to make eye contact,   which is crucial for nonverbal communication. 

    OPS: Emo demonstrates mouth movement for realistic convresations using AI

    Picture supplied by Ferrari
    (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

  • Putting a human face on robots
    DUKAS_167818522_FER
    Putting a human face on robots
    Ferrari Press Agency

    Emo 1

    Ref 15707

    28/03/2024

    See Ferrari text

    Pictures must credit: Columbia Engineering

    A smiling robotic face that makes eye contact is being developed to help build trust between the machines and humans.

    The face, named Emo, is equipped with artificial intelligence to anticipate and replicate a person’s smile before the person actually smile.

    This is said to be a major advance in accurately, improving interactions with people.

    Robot communication ability is improving thanks to   large language models like Chat GPT, but nonverbal communication skills lag behind,  especially facial expressions.

    A team at the engineering department of the USA’s Columbia University in New York City, aims to improve nonverbal communication between humans and robots.

    The main challenge was designing a robot that can make a wide range of facial expressions because involves complex mechanical  design.

    A second challenge was knowing what   facial expression to generate so that they appear  natural, timely, and genuine.

    Emo.   is equipped with 26 actuators , effectively mechanical muscles, and a soft skin  allowing for versatile facial expressions.  

    The face skin can be easily replaced for customisation  and maintenance.

    Each eye has high resolution cameras enabling Emo to make eye contact,   which is crucial for nonverbal communication. 

    OPS: Emo demonstrates mouth movement for realistic convresations using AI

    Picture supplied by Ferrari
    (FOTO: DUKAS/FERRARI PRESS)

     

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