Recurrent Patterns
Recurrent Patterns is a venture exploring strategies and insights around leading-edge companies, technology and cultural trends. Vaclav engages with leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors and others who can share their perspectives in long-form conversations.
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Alexa+, the new Amazon glue
Amazon is betting billions on the new Alexa+. It wants to manage your life. But first, it has to get to know you better. Do you want it to?
The House of Alexa
Amazon's rejuvenated Alexa is here. Alexa+ remembers your favourite foods, reminds your kid to walk the dog, and helps you buy gifts. Having access to your calendar, emails, and shopping habits, is this supposed to be your trusted assistant, best friend or the new Big Sister?
Alexa's Identity Crisis
One of the problems of voice-activated virtual assistants is finding the sweet spot of conversation length. Amazon's Alexa team is working hard on that problem.