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Thinking Machines launches interactive AI model aiming to transform voice AI experience

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Published 2026-05-11 22:19 UTCUpdated 2026-05-12 13:16 UTC
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Thinking Machines wants to build an AI that actually listens while it talks
TechCrunch RSS (general) · News · techcrunch.com · 2026-05-12 04:52 UTC
Here's what Mira Murati's AI company is up to
The Verge RSS (general) · News · theverge.com · 2026-05-11 22:19 UTC
Overview

Thinking Machines, founded by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, has introduced its first AI model designed to enable real-time, continuous interaction by processing audio, video, and text simultaneously.

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Thinking MachinesOpenAIGoogleGPT Realtime 2Gemini LiveMira Murati
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3
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3
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Why now
  • Thinking Machines has just shipped its first model, marking a tangible step beyond conceptual innovation.
  • Current voice AI models remain limited by sequential input-output processing, creating a gap for more interactive solutions.
  • The launch coincides with growing demand for AI that can collaborate naturally and in real time across multiple input modalities.
Why it matters
  • Enables more natural, fluid AI-human conversations by allowing AI to listen and respond simultaneously.
  • Challenges the dominant question-and-answer interaction model in voice AI, potentially improving user experience.
  • Positions Thinking Machines as a competitor to major AI players like OpenAI and Google in real-time interactive AI.
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Topic mix: lowPromo risk: lowSource quality: medium
Recurring claims
  • Thinking Machines' AI model processes audio, video, and text simultaneously in real time to enable continuous interaction.
  • The model aims to surpass OpenAI's GPT Realtime 2 and Google's Gemini Live in interaction quality.
How sources frame it
  • Thinking Machines: supportive
This entry highlights Thinking Machines' novel approach to voice AI interaction, emphasizing its potential to redefine real-time AI collaboration.
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Thinking Machines wants to build an AI that actually listens while it talks
TechCrunch RSS (general) · techcrunch.com · 2026-05-12 04:52 UTC
Here's what Mira Murati's AI company is up to
The Verge RSS (general) · theverge.com · 2026-05-11 22:19 UTC
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