Google has launched Bard, an AI-powered chatbot currently available on a waitlist basis for Google account holders. While Bard functions as a standalone tool, Google plans to integrate its technology into Google Search eventually.
Bard’s Boring, But That’s By Design Unlike other AI chatbots that have displayed controversial behavior, Bard is designed to be dull and uncontroversial. This difference is intentional, as it helps Google avoid potential backlash from unpredictable AI-generated responses.
The Race for AI Dominance Google and Microsoft are in a high-stakes competition to lead the generative AI industry. While Google has invested in AI research for over a decade, Microsoft has focused on partnerships with startups like OpenAI. Microsoft launched BingGPT, an AI chatbot, six weeks before Bard’s release.
Bard’s Capabilities and Limitations Bard is useful for brainstorming ideas, but it can “hallucinate” inaccurate answers to questions. Despite its limitations, Bard stands out for its cautious and unprovocative approach to user interactions.
The Importance of a Controlled Chatbot Rollout Google stands to lose a lot if its chatbot rollout is mishandled, as reliable information is central to the company’s mission statement. A misstep in Bard’s public release could lead to stock price fluctuations and intensify scrutiny around Google’s practices.
A Calculated Approach to AI Development Google’s cautious approach to Bard’s launch is meant to demonstrate its commitment to AI development without risking negative public sentiment or compromising its core business.
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