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#265 Jeff Lu: How Akool Uses Gen AI to Make Live AI Avatars & Voices

Jun 27, 2025
Jeff Liu, the founder and CEO of Akool, shares his journey from tech giant to innovator in AI video technology. He discusses how Akool’s avatars are revolutionizing communication by enabling real-time language translation. Imagine a world where learning new languages becomes obsolete! Jeff dives into the technical wonders behind lip syncing, facial cloning, and emotional nuance in live streaming, showcasing how his company competes with major players like Google while bridging global language gaps.
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INSIGHT

Akool's AI Avatars Explained

  • Akool creates digital AI avatars that can be used as video feeds in streaming and meeting software.
  • The system supports features like real-time face swap, translation, and video generation, targeting professional and business use.
INSIGHT

Lip Syncing Translation Options

  • Akool provides two options for lip syncing translated videos preserving original or using dynamic video length.
  • This technology matches lip movements to different language audio, enhancing video translation realism.
ANECDOTE

Simple YouTube Video Translation

  • Translating YouTube videos is simplified by submitting only the URL; no per-person training is required.
  • Akool uses generic models that operate immediately and offer script editing for translation refinement.
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