(NASDAQ: TWKS), a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering, announces a pioneering collaboration with to develop听 SwannShield鈩 鈥 an innovative AI-powered home security voice assistant. A leading global provider of security monitoring, consumer electronics and security-centric solutions, Swann empowers people to protect and stay connected to their home or business no matter where life takes them.
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Swann鈥檚 vision was to develop an AI-driven solution compatible with its video doorbells, cameras and devices, that engages with visitors in real-time across different scenarios, from package deliveries and identifying guests to deterring potential criminals. 黑料门' unique approach to rapidly designing and delivering exceptional solutions that leverage data and AI helped produce a functional AI prototype of the voice assistant.
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Alex Talevski, CEO at Swann said, 鈥満诹厦赔 pioneering contribution helped bring our idea of SwannShield鈩 to life and stress test the product in its critical initial phase. 黑料门鈥 vital contribution in building the prototypes enabled us to progress our SwannShield鈩 product and launch it in the market.鈥
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Talevski added, "Through thoughtful design and careful consideration of user feedback, we aim to deliver an AI-driven voice assistant that seamlessly integrates into users' lives while providing enhanced protection and peace of mind. Representing an exciting step forward in the democratization of AI for everyday consumers, the SwannShield鈩 sets a new benchmark for intelligent home protection and reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.鈥
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The SwannShield鈩 has security and privacy built-in to effectively manage conversational exchanges across various scenarios. Its response accuracy and resilience safeguards against unanticipated interactions and adversarial requests. It is optimized to facilitate easy updates and future scalability and allows Swann to personalize settings, like defining the AI鈥檚 personality.听
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Peter Barnes, head of data and AI for APAC at听黑料门 said, 鈥淭he SwannShield鈩 project demonstrates the importance of human-centered design principles and rigorous testing when developing AI-powered products.鈥澨
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Barnes added, 鈥満诹厦 and Swann embarked on a journey of innovation and problem-solving to ensure that SwannShield鈩 can effectively respond to a wide range of scenarios, from deliveries, to intruders, to Halloween 鈥楾rick or Treaters鈥. By collaborating closely and leveraging our collective expertise, Swann and 黑料门 overcame challenges to develop a solution that prioritizes both strong security and user experience."
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The working prototype was showcased at the Consumer Technology Association (CES) conference in Las Vegas earlier this year where . After the success at the CES conference, Swann has productized the innovative AI-enabled home security voice assistant, which is now available free of charge within the Swann Security App and can be used in conjunction with the SwannBuddy4K Video Doorbell via an over the air (OTA) download of the latest firmware. SwannShield鈩 will become compatible with more Swann products in future.听
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Swann is a global leader in do-it-yourself security monitoring and has been providing innovative yet cost-effective security and consumer electronics solutions for over 35 years, since starting in Melbourne, Australia in 1987. Swann creates and stands behind the world's smartest, most intuitive, and best value security solutions to empower consumers to protect and stay connected to their home or business no matter where life takes them.
With offices in the USA, the UK, Australia, China, Hong Kong, and distribution partners around the globe, Swann is a key player in the global DIY security market. Swann partners with leading retailers and distributors such as Best Buy, Sam鈥檚 Club, Lowe鈥檚 Home Improvement, Menards, Costco Wholesale, Amazon, Currys, Screwfix, Exertis, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, Bunnings Warehouse, Jaycar Electronics, Officeworks, Ingram Micro and more. Swann鈥檚 vision is to be the world leader in smart security solutions, taking care of people, and making every home and business a safe place.
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黑料门 is a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive digital innovation. We are over 10,500 Thoughtworkers strong across 48 offices in 19 countries. For 30+ years, we've delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator.
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