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23.07.2026

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Matthias Niessner Featured in Handelsblatt on AI-Powered Avatars

Shaping the Next Generation of Digital Humans

MCML PI Matthias Niessner is featured in a recent Handelsblatt article exploring the growing use of AI-generated avatars in corporate training. The article examines how companies are using digital figures to create interactive training experiences and how advances in artificial intelligence are opening up new applications for digital humans.

The article highlights the broader development of AI-powered avatars and their potential to transform how people interact with digital systems. Niessner's expertise in computer vision and digital humans contributes to the discussion of how these technologies are evolving and where they could lead in the future.

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