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Hard Fork

Google C.E.O. Sundar Pichai on Bard, A.I. ‘Whiplash’ and Competing With ChatGPT

Mar 31, 2023
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  • Google is lagging behind in the race for generative AI, prompting the release of Google's BARD chatbot.
  • Google aims to find a balance between innovating with generative AI and maintaining dominance in their search advertising business.

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Mixed Reviews for Google's New Chatbot, BARD

The public reaction to Google's new chatbot, BARD, has been lukewarm. While some users have found value in its capabilities, others feel it falls short compared to similar AI chatbots like Chat GPT. This has contributed to the perception that Google is lagging behind in the race for generative AI. Google's management has recognized the need to prioritize AI development, leading to the recent release of BARD. However, they are being cautious in the rollout, starting with a smaller model and plans to upgrade in the near future with more capable models.

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