The Talking Heads experiment

The Talking Heads Experiment marked a groundbreaking initiative where situated embodied agents developed a new shared vocabulary through language games focused on real-world scenes. Conducted between 1999 and 2001, this large-scale project connected various global locations, including Antwerp, Brussels, and Tokyo, allowing agents to teleport and interact with humans both on-site and remotely. Participants influenced the agents' evolving languages and ontologies, showcasing a unique blend of technology, linguistics, and collaborative learning.