The finalists for the Innovation of the Year in the 2024 GeekWire Awards include Protect AI, Teal Communications, Hiya, the Allen Institute for AI, WhyLabs, and ReadAI. These companies are at the forefront of artificial intelligence and telecom advancements, with a focus on safety and transparency in emerging technologies. The winner will be announced on May 9 at the GeekWire Awards event.
The Allen Institute for AI is recognized for its Open Language Model, or OLMo, which was released as an open-source large language model to improve understanding of generative AI. Hiya’s caller ID and spam protection technologies have become crucial in combating fraud and robocalls. Teal Communications is experiencing significant revenue growth with its eSIM technology that connects devices to data networks globally. Protect AI specializes in securing AI and machine learning systems, ensuring the safety of these technologies.
ReadAI offers automated project management and executive assistant services by analyzing and summarizing meetings, emails, and messages using AI technology. WhyLabs has launched its LangKit toolkit to monitor and manage large language models, addressing challenges such as biases and security vulnerabilities. Ghostwriter AI, developed by Patrick Husting, was the winner of last year’s Innovation of the Year award, showcasing the continuous innovation in the technology sector.
The GeekWire Awards celebrate the top innovators and companies in the Pacific Northwest technology industry. Finalists were selected based on community nominations and input from GeekWire Awards judges. Community voting will determine the winners in each category, with the announcement taking place on May 9 at Showbox SoDo in Seattle. Table sponsorships are available for those interested in attending the event, which is presented by Astound Business Solutions.
Overall, the Innovation of the Year finalists represent the cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence and telecom technology, paving the way for safer and more transparent applications in these fields. The recognition of these companies highlights the ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of innovation and drive progress in the technology industry. The GeekWire Awards provide a platform to showcase and celebrate the achievements of these trailblazing organizations and individuals in the Pacific Northwest tech community.
