The following 10 tech companies are leading in the development of virtual assistants and voice recognition technology:

1. Amazon: With its Alexa virtual assistant, Amazon has made significant strides in voice recognition technology and has integrated it into a wide range of products.

2. Google: Google’s virtual assistant, Google Assistant, is a major player in the market of voice-activated assistants and boasts powerful voice recognition capabilities.

3. Apple: Siri, Apple’s virtual assistant, was one of the first widely known voice-activated assistants and has evolved over the years, providing a seamless user experience.

4. Microsoft: Microsoft’s Cortana virtual assistant offers voice recognition capabilities across its various platforms, including Windows and Xbox.

5. Samsung: Samsung’s Bixby virtual assistant is integrated into its smartphones, smartwatches, and other smart devices, supporting voice commands and natural language understanding.

6. IBM: IBM’s Watson Assistant is a versatile AI-powered virtual assistant that adapts to various industries, including healthcare and customer service.

7. Nuance Communications: Nuance Communications specializes in voice and language solutions, offering voice biometrics and speech recognition technology to various industries.

8. Salesforce: Salesforce’s Einstein Voice assistant leverages voice recognition technology to enhance customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities.

9. Baidu: Baidu, a Chinese tech giant, has developed the DuerOS virtual assistant, which focuses on serving the Chinese market and is known for its voice capabilities.

10. Xiaomi: Xiaomi, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has its AI-powered virtual assistant called Xiao AI, which offers voice recognition and control features on its devices.