Google rival to ChatGPT begins rollout across UK
Google has recently announced the rollout of its new chatbot, Bard, as a competitor to ChatGPT. This artificial intelligence tool is now available to users over 18 in the UK and US. Unlike its counterpart developed by OpenAI, Bard has the unique feature of accessing the internet and includes a "Google It" button for search capabilities.
The company aims to expand Bard to more countries and languages in the future. Google believes that Bard can enhance productivity, spark creativity, and fuel curiosity among its users. The chatbot is designed to assist with various tasks, such as party planning, idea generation, and explaining unfamiliar concepts.
Features of Bard
- Access to the internet for enhanced information retrieval
- Productivity boost for users through task assistance
- Stimulation of creativity by helping generate new ideas
- Ability to explain complex concepts in a user-friendly manner
Bard has been pre-trained on publicly available data sources to improve its language comprehension and predictive capabilities. Users can interact with Bard by asking questions, and the chatbot generates responses that are evaluated against safety metrics.
While Bard offers a range of benefits, Google has cautioned users about potential misinformation and biases in its responses. The chatbot's predictive answers are based on learned data, which may contain gaps and stereotypes leading to inaccuracies. Google emphasizes the importance of considering multiple perspectives on social and political issues when interacting with Bard.
Social Impact and Responsibility
Google prioritizes responsibility and safety in all its AI developments, including Bard. The chatbot is designed to provide a social benefit by assisting users in a wide range of tasks while promoting a safe and inclusive online environment.
As the rollout of Bard progresses, Google continues to monitor and improve the chatbot's capabilities to ensure accurate and helpful interactions with users.
For more information on Bard and how to sign up, visit here.
