Meta AI bot used a billion times monthly: Mark Zuckerberg - Legit.ng
Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg recently highlighted the success of the tech company's generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) assistant, revealing that it is being utilized by a billion people each month across its various platforms.
Zuckerberg made this announcement during Meta's annual shareholders' meeting, showcasing the widespread adoption of Meta AI in comparison to competitors such as Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI in the realm of Gen AI.
While the exact breakdown of active versus passive users engaging with Meta AI remains unspecified, it is integrated into various features across Meta's suite of apps, indicating a diverse range of interactions.
Google, a significant player in the AI landscape, has also seen substantial growth in its AI Overviews feature, with over 1.5 billion users benefiting from this service according to Google CEO Sundar Pichai. This feature provides users with automated summaries of search results, replacing the traditional format of displaying multiple links.
Pichai further emphasized Google's commitment to AI innovation, citing the success of the Gemini AI app, which boasts over 400 million monthly users. Despite challenges related to misinformation and business models, tech companies continue to drive AI development forward.
Meta's Expansion into AI
Meta recently introduced its standalone AI assistant app, a strategic move to provide users with direct access to its Gen AI models. In a video shared on Instagram, Mark Zuckerberg, Meta's CEO, described the app as a personalized AI companion, primarily designed for voice-based interactions tailored to individual users.
Notably, the adoption of Meta AI is most pronounced on WhatsApp, as indicated by Meta's Chief Financial Officer Susan Li. Zuckerberg reaffirmed Meta's commitment to enhancing the user experience and establishing Meta AI as a leading personal AI during the company's quarterly earnings announcement in April.
As the AI landscape evolves rapidly, companies are dedicated to refining their AI offerings and addressing societal impacts. Meta's foray into standalone AI applications signals a strategic shift towards personalized AI experiences for users.
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