At SlidesLive, we don’t just record conferences—we engineer smarter ways to capture knowledge. At the heart of our innovation is NATE (Neural Automated Tracking Engine), the AI software that takes robotic camera operation to the next level.

What Is NATE?

NATE (Neural Automated Tracking Engine) is SlidesLive’s proprietary AI software that powers our robotic camera workflows. Unlike general-purpose tracking systems, NATE is built specifically for conferences. Trained on thousands of hours of event footage, it understands how speakers move and when to adjust framing, just like a human videographer would.

How NATE Works: Smart, Seamless, and Speaker-Aware

Speaker Recognition and Tracking
NATE uses real-time audio and visual cues to follow presenters as they move on stage. It knows when to stay tight on a speaker, when to zoom out, and how to follow the speaker naturally.

Professional Shot Composition
NATE understands how to frame each shot with intention. From maintaining proper headroom to keeping the focus centered, it replicates the decisions a professional videographer would make, ensuring your recordings always look sharp and well-composed.

Multi-Speaker and Panel Adaptation
Whether it’s a solo keynote, a moderated discussion, or a panel of five, NATE adjusts framing intelligently. It can shift focus between speakers or move to a wide shot based on who’s active in the conversation.

Built-in Recording & Data Backup
In addition to tracking speakers, NATE manages recording sessions and data backups, ensuring your content is secure, complete, and ready for post-production.

Remote Control and Monitoring
Through secure VPN access, our team can monitor and manage multiple NATE-powered setups from anywhere in the world.

Why Event Organizers Prefer Robotic Cameras

Whether you're hosting a global research conference or an industry-specific summit, SlidesLive’s robotic camera system offers a unique combination of efficiency, quality, and peace of mind for your video production workflow. Here’s how event organizers benefit:

✅ Lower Production Costs
With NATE powering robotic cameras, fewer crew members are needed on-site. A single operator can oversee multiple tracks, cutting costs by up to 40% compared to traditional camera teams.

✅ Consistent, Professional Results
Every session is framed, recorded, and backed up. From keynotes to breakout sessions, NATE ensures your content always looks polished.

✅ Effortless Scaling
Running a 100-track conference? No problem. NATE was built to scale.

✅ Hybrid-Ready
The system enables seamless remote speaker integration and smooth video playback, making it ideal for hybrid and international events with diverse formats.

✅ Space-Efficient & Eco-Friendly
NATE-powered robotic cameras require minimal on-site equipment and fewer personnel, freeing up valuable venue space and reducing your event’s carbon footprint.

Proven Performance at the World’s Leading Conferences

Trusted by top-tier conferences like NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, Ai4, and RetCon, the SlidesLive robotic camera system has consistently delivered high-quality video at scale.

Coming Up Next: Meet the NATEBox

While NATE is the intelligence behind the system, it runs on a powerful, compact hardware unit called the NATEBox. In our next article, we’ll take you under the hood—breaking down what’s inside, how it connects to your setup, and why it makes the entire system plug-and-play. Stay tuned.

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