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We will move the following business and economics stories: + Pandemic prompts new look at voice technology + Virus halts tourism in major blow to Airbnb Health-virus-US-IT-voice WASHINGTON In a world suddenly fearful of touch, voice technology is getting a fresh look. Voice-activated systems such as Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Apple's Siri have seen strong growth in recent years, and the virus pandemic could accelerate that. 600 words by Rob Lever Health-virus-Greece-tourism-Airbnb,FOCUS ATHENS At the foot of the Acropolis hill, in the touristic Koukaki district, the coronavirus lockdown has silenced the sound of Airbnb customers' wheeled luggage. The tourist industry in Athens, as in many other European capitals, has ground to a halt, with airplanes grounded and restaurants, museums and archaeological monuments all closed. 750 words by Alexandros Kottis with AFP bureaus. Pictures by Louisa Gouliamaki. Video by Will Vassilopoulos afp
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2020-05-10

