28. Active voice

The #nearfuturist podcast is a year old this week! But is that who it sounds like congratulating us at the beginning of this episode? Guy Clapperton talks to Matthew Aylett of Cereproc, who finally comes clean about where the name came from but more importantly talks identity, identity theft and how the voice control market is in danger of leaving people behind. Synthesised voices are in use for many applications including late night radio presenters and airport announcers, and of course there are medical applications if someone is likely to lose the ability to speak permanently. But what are the downsides? I hope you'll enjoy this episode - and whether you've been with me throughout my first year or just joining me for this one, welcome! If you like what you hear, why not leave a review on the iTunes Store or wherever you get your podcasts from?