Zoom Introduces AI Avatars for Asynchronous Communication

Zoom's new AI Companion 2.0 features customizable avatars to enhance productivity and streamline remote work interactions.

Zoom's AI Companion 2.0 will allow users to create lifelike digital avatars that can communicate on their behalf using text scripts.
The avatars will be integrated with Zoom Clips, enabling users to send video messages without being physically present.
This feature aims to save time and increase efficiency, particularly for remote workers who can opt out of attending certain meetings.
Concerns over potential misuse of AI avatars, such as deepfakes, are being addressed with advanced authentication and watermarking technologies.
Zoom plans to offer this feature as a premium add-on costing $12 per month, with full availability expected in the first half of 2025.