Meta is testing its Meta AI chatbot, powered by a large language model, across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger in India and parts of Africa. This move aligns with Meta's strategy to tap into its massive user base across various apps to scale its AI offerings. India, with over 500 million Facebook and WhatsApp users, is a crucial market for Meta. Developing markets where smartphone users are proliferating are also targeted for testing new AI services. The Meta AI chatbot, unveiled in September 2023, is designed to answer user queries and generate photorealistic images from text prompts. Additionally, Meta confirmed the upcoming launch of Llama 3, the next version of its open-source large language model. Read More
Aboard is redefining the capabilities of AI bots by combining elements of Pinterest, Trello, and ChatGPT, creating a versatile tool for organizing and building with AI. Initially conceived to collect and manage information, Aboard has evolved into a platform that leverages AI to transform user prompts into customizable boards for various purposes. Users can organize tasks, research, or streamline workflows by asking Aboard to create tailored boards, ranging from tracking viewing habits to setting up claims trackers for insurance companies. While the technology is still maturing, with occasional glitches, Aboard aims to simplify complex tasks and accelerate productivity in professional settings. Unlike traditional AI models, Aboard is a software generator, empowering users to initiate projects and workflows quickly with minimal effort. Read More
Quora-owned AI chatbot platform Poe is introducing a new revenue model that allows bot creators to set a price-per-message. This follows the release of a revenue-sharing program last October. The move aims to reward creators who generate "prompt bots" and developer-built server bots integrated with Poe's AI. Quora CEO Adam D'Angelo explained that users will see message points, but creators will be paid in dollars. The model is crucial for developers covering model inference or API costs. D'Angelo sees this model as fostering the development of new bots in various areas like tutoring, knowledge, analysis, and image generation. Initially available to U.S. creators, it will expand globally. Poe also introduced an enhanced analytics dashboard to give creators insights into bot usage and revenue. Read More
