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4 SEPT 2026 • BUSINESS LONDON PRESS

1956 Individuals brings conversational AI to Engage Works’ Flux Innovation Lounge

Creative technology studio Engage Works has welcomed 1956 Individuals, the conversational AI platform developed by SKC Studios, as its newest innovation partner at the Flux Innovation Lounge in London’s Greenwich Design District.

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16 AUG • THE TIMES

What would you ask a medieval queen?

An avatar of the wife of Edward I, answers 30,000 questions at her former home, Leeds Castle, sharing her views on dragons, politics and food...

16 JUL • CAMBRIDGE NETWORK

EpiCentre based SKC Studios installs its 1956 individuals AI avatar welcoming shoppers to Scan & Pack celebrating 10 years of trading at IKEA Reading

Powered by 1956 Individuals, the conversational AI platform from SKC Studios, that is based at The EpiCentre in Haverhill, the avatar greeted shoppers and introduced them to Scan & Pack, the IKEA app feature that lets customers scan items as they shop and pay in seconds, with IKEA Family rewards applied automatically.

21 APR • CAMBRIDGE NETWORK

1956 Individuals Introduces AI-Powered Customer Journeys at Retail Technology Show 2026

At Retail Technology Show 2026, taking place at ExCeL London on 22 and 23 April, SKC Studios based at The EpiCentre in Haverhill, will showcase a new approach to retail customer experience through 1956 Individuals, its flagship conversational AI platform.

"Early media coverage and audience reaction have given investors tangible evidence that the technology can operate at scale with the curatorial rigour demanded by major heritage venues."

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Trevor Walker Joins 1956 Individuals

1956 Individuals has welcomed Trevor Walker as our new Implementations & Solutions Consultant, supporting customers from implementation through to adoption.

Oct 51 min read

1956 Individuals to Showcase AI Avatars at Flux Innovation Lounge

We're joining Flux Innovation Lounge on 22 October to showcase how AI Avatars are being applied across museums, retail and hospitality, and to share insights from real-world deployments.

Oct 12 min read

1956 Individuals Joins UCF Business Incubation Program

SKC Studios has joined the University of Central Florida Business Incubation Program, supporting our efforts to explore opportunities and build relationships in the US market.

Oct 11 min read

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4 SEPT 2026 • BUSINESS LONDON PRESS

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