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AI that talks back in real time: Mira Murati’s Thinking Machines unveils ‘interaction models’

Mira Murati's AI startup, Thinking Machines, has unveiled a new set of 'interaction models' that enable real-time, natural conversation between humans and AI. Unlike current voice assistants that wait for the user to finish speaking, these models allow the AI to interject verbally and visually, speak at the same time as the user (e.g., for live translation), and maintain time awareness. Additionally, the model can concurrently search, browse, and generate UI while listening and speaking. This represents a significant step toward fluid human-AI interaction. The announcement comes as competition heats up in the conversational AI space, with major players like OpenAI and Google also developing real-time capabilities. Thinking Machines' approach differentiates by focusing on implicit dialogue management and multi-modal interjections. While still in early preview, the models suggest a future where AI assistants can engage in dynamic, context-aware conversations, potentially transforming customer service, accessibility, and productivity tools.