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LG used a virtual influencer to announce new products during its CES keynote

The Verge

LG introduced Reah Keem as a virtual influencer who appeared during its live-streamed CES keynote to unveil the company’s new line of LG CLOi UV-C robots. The robot, which was announced by LG in December , is designed for areas with high traffic, like hotels, and roams around shining UV-C light that should reduce exposure to harmful germs.

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5 ways AI is showing promise as a decision-maker

CIO Business Intelligence

Instead of waiting on hold or navigating through phone menus, customers can instantly get answers from a virtual agent that is far more engaging and knowledgeable than past generations of chatbots. Hotels could dynamically adjust room rates based on traffic forecasts, weather conditions, and events in the area.

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2017 Expectations: 5 Areas Where Technology Will Continue to Revolutionize Business Processes

CTOvision

Mobile tech allows them to connect with company computer from home, a hotel on the road, or a "working vacation" on the other side of the globe. Learning software can present interactive video and virtual reality to create an immersive experience that helps trainees learn and retain knowledge more effectively. Market Segmentation.

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Airbnb blocks and cancels all DC metro area reservations, citing reports of ‘armed militias’

The Verge

Reservations made through HotelTonight, a hotel reservation site owned by Airbnb , are also being canceled. and to instead participate virtually,” DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, Maryland Gov. “Due and to instead participate virtually,” DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, and Virginia Gov.

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Natural Language Processing – What is it and why care?

Eric D. Brown

Think about the last time you used a virtual assistant like Siri or Alexa. Powered by an LLM utilizing NLP, the chatbot understands your travel preferences, checks availability, and books the perfect flight and hotel – all in a matter of minutes. But these types of apps are just the tip of the iceberg.

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Topgolf is officially bringing one of its high-tech sports and entertainment venues to Seattle area

GeekWire

It will feature 102 outdoor bays for hitting golf balls, a full-service restaurant and bar, and an event space for corporate and social events. Topgolf also has its Toptracer technology installed at various driving ranges around Seattle, and its Swing Suite tech is used at Forum Social House in Bellevue, Wash.

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2022 US CIO 100 winners: Celebrating IT innovation and leadership

CIO Business Intelligence

After our last two virtual events, this year’s in-person gathering will be a can’t miss event for industry leaders,” said Anne McCrory, Group Vice President, Customer Experience and Operations, IDG Events. Marshfield Clinic Health System Maryland Health Benefit Exchange Mattel Inc.

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