Abstract: Retrieval-based augmentation enhances large language models (LLMs) by grounding responses in external knowledge. However, in voice-driven assistants that rely on remote cloud retrieval, open ...

Tom Fenton moves from local AI concepts to hands-on tools for matching LLMs to hardware, running local chatbots with Ollama and benchmarking AI performance.

RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) chatbot – Enterprise internal Support AI Assistant. Answers support questions via REST API using hybrid retrieval (BM25 + vector search) over your knowledge base.

Does generative artificial intelligence (AI) reinforce or reduce productivity differences across workers? Existing evidence largely studies AI within firms and occupations, where organizational ...

Today, we’re introducing RingCentral AVA, a fully integrated AI virtual assistant that helps employees stay focused, connected, and productive. AVA connects conversations, content, and workflows ...

Abstract: This paper offers a user-friendly Internet of Things device that enables voice commands to operate home automation systems and electronic appliances. The gadget integrates a relay and an ...

NASCAR is going racing on an active military base for the very first time with a brand-new street circuit, bringing all three national divisions. The 3.4-mile (5.472 km) street course features 16 ...

Apple said Monday that it was overhauling its longtime virtual assistant, Siri, by adding artificial intelligence features and changing its name to Siri AI. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News ...

Siri can do a lot more now, and it all starts in the Dynamic Island. Credit: Apple Apple's Siri used to be the bleeding edge of what smart assistants can do, back in 2011 when Apple originally ...

Creator assistant on Facebook gives every creator a partner that turns their performance insights into actionable ideas — so they can create with confidence. Creator assistant provides personalized ...