Could a digital companion learn your life story to become your personal assistant?
In short: Professor Yorick Wilks explores the concept of artificial companions: long-term software agents designed to live within devices, from screens to toys. These agents aim to understand their users, managing personal memories and knowledge through ongoing conversation to provide assistance and companionship.
Recorded on 6 November 2018 at Gresham College, this lecture examines the potential for software to evolve into a personalized presence. Wilks, a specialist in artificial intelligence and language processing, envisioned these companions as particularly beneficial for elderly individuals seeking help with information and agency, or simply wanting to revisit their personal history.
The research highlights a shift toward software agents that possess identifiable personalities. By acquiring and managing a user's unique knowledge and memories, these companions move beyond simple tools to become long-term partners in daily life.
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