Meta AI bot used a billion times monthly: Mark Zuckerberg - Tuko.co.ke
Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg recently highlighted the widespread use of the tech firm's generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) assistant. During Meta's annual shareholder meeting, Zuckerberg disclosed that the AI assistant is being utilized by a billion users every month across Meta's various platforms.
Zuckerberg emphasized Meta's significant milestone in the AI space as the company competes with tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI to establish itself as a frontrunner in the Gen AI arena. The exact breakdown of how Meta AI is being utilized, whether actively sought out by users or passively integrated into Meta's family of apps, remains unclear.
Google's Impact on AI
Similarly, Google has been instrumental in democratizing AI technology through its AI Overviews feature in search results, which now boasts over 1.5 billion users. According to Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Google Search is making Gen AI accessible to more individuals globally than any other product.
AI Overviews in Google Search provide users with automatic summaries of search results, replacing the traditional display of blue links to relevant websites.
Google's dedicated Gemini AI app, with over 400 million monthly users, further illustrates the rapid expansion of AI products in the tech industry despite challenges such as misinformation and evolving business models.
Meta recently introduced its first standalone AI assistant app, offering users direct access to its Gen AI models. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the launch of the Meta AI app through a video on Instagram, highlighting its personalized AI capabilities tailored for individual users.
Zuckerberg envisions the Meta AI app as a personal AI companion primarily driven by voice interactions, aiming to enhance user experiences across Meta's platforms, with a particular focus on WhatsApp.
Chief Financial Officer Susan Li revealed that the use of Meta AI is experiencing the fastest growth on WhatsApp, underscoring Meta's commitment to establish its AI technology as a leading personal AI solution.
As Meta continues to innovate and expand its AI offerings, Zuckerberg reaffirmed the company's dedication to enhancing the Meta AI experience and solidifying its position in the evolving landscape of personal AI technology.
