In 2002, the Prix Ars Electronica jury recognised “n-cha(n)t” by David Rokeby (Interactive Art) with the Golden Nica. David Rokeby has 4 more works in this atlas.
"n-cha(n)t" is an interactive computer installation in which seven computers perform voice recognition, free-association and language generation. Tightly focussed microphones listen to words and phrases spoken by people in the immediate vicinity.
About David Rokeby
David Rokeby (CDN), born 1960, uses technology to reflect on human issues. Several of his works have addressed issues of digital surveillance. Other works engage in a critical examination of the differences between human and artificial intelligence.
Programme information from Prix Ars Electronica Archive. Short excerpt quoted for reference; see the original page for full text, images and credits.