We’re entering a new era of computing—ubiquitous computing—in which computers are around us, everywhere. As the Internet of Things continues to emerge, speech-enabled interfaces hold the promise of unlocking a new generation of intelligent devices. However, to truly gain mass-market appeal the Interface of Things will need to have near flawless performance. Join us as panelists discuss the opportunities and challenges for speech in the coming years. What are the latest developments in speech recognition and natural language understanding? What developments can we expect in the next 2 years? What barriers remain to be conquered?