Virtual assistants are the stuff of kid dreams and sci-fi movies that are not-so-slowly becoming the business reality of today. What can we expect from them? What is still beyond their reach? Are they efficient problem solvers and loyal aides like Star War’s R2-D2, or do they invite chaos and unexpected risks, like Futurama’s Bender? Through interactive examples and real-world case studies, we will try to demystify the role that state-of-the-art AI assistants can play in your day-to-day job.