Microsoft, TomTom Collaborate on AI Assistant 'Tommy' for Cars
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Microsoft and TomTom teaming up to add generative AI assistants named "Tommy" to cars that can have conversations.
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Tommy powered by Microsoft's Azure OpenAI large language models to look up directions, entertainment, etc.
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Companies settling previous patent disputes from 2009 to collaborate on AI assistant.
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TomTom executive claims Tommy will "add an emotional layer" and adapt to drivers.
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TomTom trying to stay relevant in mapping market by banking on questionable consumer demand for talking cars.