Facebook could be working on a voice assistant to compete with Amazon’s Alexa and Apple’s Siri.

Facebook could be working on a voice assistant to compete with Amazon’s Alexa and Apple’s Siri. The feature is in early stages but could potentially be paired with Portal smart speakers or Oculus headsets. Right now, a Portal device allows owners to initiate video calls via Facebook Messenger, but relies on Alexa for more complex tasks. Our Speaker Culture trend found that young consumers’ interest in voice-activated tech is continuing to rise. (CNBC)