New report from Colossyan claims AI avatars are transforming education, work and everyday life
A new report from AI video and avatar platform Colossyan claims artificial intelligence (AI) avatars are having a revolutionary impact on a range of sectors as educators and employees see potential in the technology.
The Colossyan State of AI Avatars Report explores the impact and potential of AI avatars in various sectors.
Colossyan surveyed 1,000 workers in the U.S. about their thoughts on AI avatars. It found 91 percent of U.S. workers believe they can enhance productivity and efficiency at work and 88 percent see potential for them to create more knowledgeable workers through instant access to information.
63 percent of survey respondents desire personalized learning experiences guided by AI avatars and 47 percent would prefer an AI avatar as an academic tutor over a human counterpart.
The report suggests AI avatars could play an increasing role in workplace learning as survey respondents showed a strong interest in training sessions led by avatars. Just 19 percent of companies are currently using this technology, but 64 percent of workers said they would attend additional training sessions if the technology were used due to the personalized nature of the content.
Additionally, the report also found 57 percent of workers would feel more comfortable giving feedback during AI avatar-led training sessions and 77 percent would ask more questions to see how the avatar responds. Just over half (54 percent) of workers said they were likely to pay closer attention and retain information better during these training sessions.
Workers believe businesses could benefit from using AI avatars to announce new product features or share business updates and 89 percent of workers anticipate that AI-generated videos and avatars will play a key role in future workplace communication and interactions.
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RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Our sister title, RTIH, organiser of the industry leading RTIH Innovation Awards, proudly brings you the first edition of the RTIH AI in Retail Awards, which is now open for entries.
As we witness a digital transformation revolution across all channels, AI tools are reshaping the omnichannel game, from personalising customer experiences to optimising inventory, uncovering insights into consumer behaviour, and enhancing the human element of retailers' businesses.
With 2025 set to be the year when AI and especially gen AI shake off the ‘heavily hyped’ tag and become embedded in retail business processes, our newly launched awards celebrate global technology innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world and the resulting benefits for retailers, shoppers and employees.
Our 2025 winners will be those companies who not only recognise the potential of AI, but also make it usable in everyday work - resulting in more efficiency and innovation in all areas.
Winners will be announced at an evening event at The Barbican in Central London on Wednesday, 3rd September.
This will kick off with a drinks reception in the stunning Conservatory, followed by a three course meal, and awards ceremony in the Garden Room.
Please email our Editor, Scott Thompson, if you have any questions or need further information: scott.thompson@retailtechinnovationhub.com
Key 2025 dates
Friday, 18th July: Award entry deadline
Tuesday, 22nd July: 2025 finalists revealed
Wednesday, 23rd July - Friday, 8th August: Judging days
Wednesday, 3rd September: Winners announced at the 2025 RTIH AI in Retail Awards Ceremony, to be held at The Barbican in Central London.
