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TAVUS GRIFFIN PASSES VIDEO TURING TEST

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FRI, OCT 2, 2026

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Tavus has unveiled Griffin, a Human Interaction Model that achieved a 48% pass rate on the video Turing test—meaning nearly half of live chat participants believed they were interacting with a human.

Griffin marks a significant leap in AI video interaction. The model ranks first on NVIDIA's benchmark for full-duplex AI video, handling real-time two-way conversations. Previous systems achieved pass rates below 3% on similar tests. The video Turing test measures whether users can distinguish AI from humans in live interactions. A 48% pass rate indicates Griffin produces responses and nonverbal cues convincing enough to fool half of test participants. Tavus positions Griffin as the first true "Human Interaction Model"—a category designed specifically for natural video conversations rather than text-based or pre-recorded interactions. The development reflects broader progress in generative AI video technology. As models improve in handling real-time dialogue, questions around AI authenticity and appropriate disclosure in customer-facing applications continue to emerge.

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