Nokia's Challenge To Microsoft, Google and Apple

Nokia is exploring the digital AI assistant space with a service called Viki. The details come from a European trademark application by Nokia Solutions and Networks Oy which describes Viki as "software for the creation and monitoring of mobile and web digital assistants working with knowledge and combining all data sources into a single chat and voice based interface." Speaking to Engadget's Jon Fingas, a Nokia spokesperson said "Nokia registers trademarks from time to time but we don't comment on how, whether or when they may be used for Nokia products or services." Although the rise of voice-powered digital assistants is tied in heavily to smartphones, there is no indication that Viki is going to make an appearance on a device in the near future. The recently announced Nokia 6 may carry the name of the Finnish company, but that name was licensed to HMD, along with access to a number of key patents.