Desta is a fascinating AI robot created by Hanson Robotics that serves as that bridge, making complex technology interface with humans. Ethiopia had the honor of hosting a revolutionary showcase in Addis Ababa, not just celebrating Ethiopia’s achievements in AI, but inspiring young Ethiopians to become the future pioneers who will shape a more responsible and inclusive AI-powered world. Desta’s arrival, in true Ethiopian fashion, was achieved through the collaboration of the Ethiopian AI institute, iCog, and RIDE, powered by Ethio Telecom’s 5G network and Ethiopian Airlines and held at the new Science Museum in the open space to reach the masses.
Desta’s presence was a talked about event, but more importantly, it demonstrated a future filled with possibility, where Ethiopians can leverage this technology to drive social change and collaborative innovation. With Desta taking center stage, the future of Ethiopian AI and tech is bright with a powerful voice that speaks Amharic. Not only was this a fascinating sight for the young but also one that piqued their curiosity with an endless stream of How and Why questions: Can she do math? Can she dance?
Desta s a fascinating AI robot.
By utilizing text-to-speech and speech-to-text generation, Desta can converse in Amharic, translating between English and Amharic. Her human-like expressions, powered by fine motors in her face, and her expressive body language further enhance the experience generated based on how the words spoken sound and learned from previous actions. Desta’s visit to iCog Labs in April 2024 was a landmark moment. Desta engaged in stimulating discussions with AI experts and fueled by Amharic datasets, Desta’s linguistic skills were sharpened to fluency. Plus, Desta isn’t just about lectures as she joined legendary Dr. Mulatu Astatke for a one-of-a-kind jazz performance.
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