Microsoft set to unveil host of AI botsMarch 30, 2016 - 18:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Microsoft plans to unveil several prototype bots at its annual Build conference Wednesday, March 30, the Verge reports. These AI-powered programs will further Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's vision of "conversation as a platform," with users able to interact with the bots using natural language, directing them to complete certain tasks, Bloomberg says. Different bots will have different functions. Some built into Skype will help users schedule deliveries and book holidays, while others will help the visually-impaired by describing facial expressions and reading text from images. Microsoft also plans to rehabilitate chatbot Tay, and will also release bot templates to help developers create their own programs. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Erdogan wants “realistic road map” for relations with Armenia Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for a “new realistic road map” for relations with Armenia. Armenia-Azerbaijan: Experts launch work on determining coordinates Expert groups from the countries started the process of determining the coordinates based on geodetic measurements. Yerevan says did not expect CSTO in peacekeeping role Pashinyan has declared that the CSTO would be expected to come to the Armenia-Azerbaijan border as an ally of Armenia Henrikh Mkhitaryan wins Serie A title with Inter Inter Milan midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan admits that the team have long been imagining clinching Serie A against AC Milan. |