In a remarkable stride, Google, an Alphabet subsidiary, has introduced advanced generative artificial intelligence (AI) into its Search tool, catering to users in India and Japan. The new feature, which initially debuted solely in the United States, was unveiled this week for users in these two countries, affording them the option to opt in.
Notably, Japanese users will have access to the feature in their native languages, while Indian users can explore it in both English and Hindi.
Distinct from Google’s chatbot Bard, known for its human-like conversational prowess, the AI-powered Search tool is designed for information-seeking tasks, such as locating purchase options. In comparison, Bard engages in dialogue, even generating software code through its persona.
This move propels Google’s AI Search into direct competition with Microsoft’s Bing, as both giants vie for dominance in the AI-powered search arena.
