Incorporating industry-leading algorithms and the latest advances in speech synthesis, image detection and deep learning, the AI news anchor, which is in development, will present a lifelike resemblance to a professional human anchor.
Abu Dhabi Media (ADM) has signed a partnership agreement with Chinese internet solutions provider Sogou Inc. (SOGO), to develop the first AI news anchor to present news in Arabic and English on ADMs channels. The agreement, signed in cooperation with the UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, is part of ADMs efforts to utilise the latest technologies in news with Sogous AI capabilities.
The announcement was made at a special signing ceremony at ADMs headquarters. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Dr. Ali Bin Tamim, Director General of ADM, and Wang Yanfeng, General Manager of Voice Interaction Technology Center of Sogou with HE Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of Artificial Intelligence in attendance.
Noura Bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development and Chairman of the Board of Directors of ADM, commented that this step aligns with the Companys strategic plans which seek to keep up with digital advances in the media industry and adopt the latest available digital technologies, particularly in AI. She added that the AI news anchor will support ADMs efforts to provide guided and diverse content according to the highest international standards that meet the needs of the Company’s large audience base across the Arab world.
Speaking about the new initiative, HE Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of Artificial Intelligence, said: The use of artificial intelligence and technological tools in the media sector will result in a qualitative leap forward within the media landscape in the UAE and the wider region. The use of these advanced solutions will benefit the industry by enriching media content, supporting media research, and providing new opportunities for young professionals to build new skillset suited to future media channels. The deployment of this advanced technology presents us with the opportunity to further define the future of the sector in a way that benefits all members of society.
These new developments within the media sector are in line with the UAE Governments strategy of developing unique new models and systems built around artificial intelligence and advanced technologies that support the nations transformation into a knowledge based society and economy”, added H.E. Al Olama.
Incorporating industry-leading algorithms and the latest advances in speech synthesis, image detection and deep learning, the AI news anchor presents a lifelike resemblance to a professional human anchor, providing an increasingly seamless experience for viewers.
With Sogou’s technology, textual input can be transformed into corresponding lip movements, providing users with a customisable interactive experience. With a focus on natural language processing and machine learning, Sogou has developed industry-leading capabilities in real-time audio and video synthesis. With Sogou’s technology, textual input can be transformed into corresponding lip movements, providing users with a highly customizable interactive experience. With a focus on natural language processing and machine learning, Sogou has developed industry-leading capabilities in real-time audio and video synthesis. Together, ADM and Sogou are working to explore how technological innovation can be better integrated across media platforms, providing high quality programming for audiences worldwide.
With the integration of the AI news anchor, ADMs platform will be able to provide news broadcasts more efficiently, in a range of engaging formats, and potentially 24/7/365. Sogous technology offers to facilitate more natural interactions between humans and machines.
HE Dr. Ali Bin Tamim, Director General of Abu Dhabi Media, said that by launching the AI news anchor, ADM is writing a new chapter in Arab media. It also keeps pace with the Company’s efforts to develop all its brands according to strategic plans that aim to realize a quantum leap in providing media content across digital, TV, print, and audio platforms.
Through this agreement, Abu Dhabi Media will develop this technology and present it to its audience, enhancing the company’s presence and the quality of its content, further bolstering its leading position as one of the most prestigious media establishments in the region and the world,” he said.
Wang Yanfeng, General Manager of Sogous Voice Interaction Technology Center, added: We are extremely pleased to partner with Abu Dhabi Media, a pioneering multi-platform media and entertainment organisation. We look forward to sharing our AI News Anchor technology with an increasingly global audience. This marks the first time that Sogous AI News Anchor technology is being leveraged by an international media platform, and together we are thrilled to bring the AI News Anchor to Arabic-speaking viewers.
