Wispr, a voice dictation startup, has introduced an AI Notetaker that transcribes and summarizes meetings in real time. The tool connects to users' calendars and generates summaries using generative AI, offering a chatbot-style interface for follow-up questions. The feature is launching on Mac laptops, with a Windows version planned for the future. According to Wispr CEO Tanay Kothari, the tool reflects a shift in how business conversations are recorded and managed. Source: wired
The AI Notetaker records conversations directly on users' devices and does not join meetings as a visible participant. Kothari emphasized that users should disclose when transcribing conversations, citing legal and ethical considerations. In San Francisco, recording private conversations without consent is illegal. He noted that transparency is crucial to maintaining trust among participants. Source: wired
During testing, the Notetaker produced accurate transcriptions and summaries, with the ability to retrieve specific quotes using search terms. Users can adjust settings, including extending the maximum recording length to six hours. Kothari explained that the change from a six-minute limit to six hours was based on user feedback and the need to capture longer meetings without interruption. Source: wired
Source: wired
