FEATURE: Japanese parents turn to AI for clues hidden in babies' cries

YOKOHAMA - From hunger to discomfort, artificial intelligence apps are being trained to interpret baby cries, with developers in Japan rapidly expanding tools that aim to translate infant sounds into guidance for parents.

Crying without a clear reason can be a major source of anxiety for parents. As families look for new ways to navigate the uncertainty of early childcare, developers are rolling out AI-powered tools designed to identify the possible causes of a baby's distress.