Meta building AI search engine to cut Google, Bing reliance: report
According to a report by The Information, Meta Platforms is in the process of developing an artificial intelligence-based search engine. The aim behind this initiative is to reduce its dependency on tech giants like Google by Alphabet and Microsoft's Bing.
Competition in the AI Search Engine Space
The AI search engine sector is witnessing increased competition with players like ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft striving to establish dominance in this rapidly evolving market. 
Meta's upcoming web crawler is anticipated to offer conversational responses to users inquiring about current events on Meta AI. This search engine will integrate with the company's chatbot on various platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook.
Currently, Meta Platforms relies on Google and Bing to provide users with information ranging from news updates to stock market trends and sports updates.
Despite the growing need to reduce reliance on other search engines, Meta has not yet publicly commented on these developments.
Technological Advancements by Google and OpenAI
Google is actively incorporating its advanced AI model, Gemini, into its primary products like Search. The goal is to enhance user experiences by offering more interactive and user-friendly search functionalities.
On the other hand, OpenAI, supported significantly by Microsoft, leverages the Bing search engine for web access to address various queries with its AI models. 
Concerns and Partnerships
The practice of scraping web data for training AI models and search engines has raised concerns regarding copyright infringement and fair compensation for content creators. These ethical considerations are crucial in the development of AI technologies.
Meta recently announced its collaboration with Reuters to utilize their content for real-time responses on their AI chatbot, enabling users to receive immediate updates on news and current affairs. 
