Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is diving headfirst into the world of AI with its latest advancements in technology. The company’s AI assistant, integrated across Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, is now making waves in the tech industry.
The Meta AI assistant, introduced last September, is not only being integrated into various platforms but is also accessible through a standalone website at Meta.ai. This move signifies Meta’s determination to compete in the AI chatbot race, particularly against ChatGPT.
To bolster its AI capabilities, Meta has introduced Llama 3, the next major version of its foundational open-source model. Llama 3 is said to outperform competing models in its class on key benchmarks, particularly excelling in tasks like coding. With smaller Llama 3 models already released and a larger version on the horizon, Meta aims to establish its AI assistant as a top contender in the market.
CEO Mark Zuckerberg envisions Meta AI as the most intelligent assistant available globally, with the introduction of Llama 3 marking a significant milestone in achieving this goal. The company’s focus on enhancing user experience is evident in features like real-time search results from Bing and Google, upgraded image generation capabilities, and a panel of prompt suggestions to streamline interactions with the AI assistant.
While initially available only in the US, Meta AI is expanding its reach to several English-speaking countries, with plans for further global expansion in the pipeline. This strategic rollout aligns with Meta’s vision of creating a ubiquitous AI assistant accessible to users worldwide.
