Tech Report: Alphabet unveils AI ‘snapshots’
Alphabet made several artificial intelligence announcements at its I/O developer conference. Alphabet also announced a new large language model, called Palm 2, which is powering 25 new products and features that the company is rolling out. The new model can write code, similar to ChatGPT, and currently supports more than 100 languages.
Insurance is another industry that’s going high tech. Executive Grant Barra explains Reli Exchange uses the cloud, AI, and traditional insurance to make the process more efficient. The company says it’s seen 200 percent growth in agency partners in the past year.
A new dating app uses artificial intelligence to create chatbots that mimic users’ interests and personalities. It’s a feature meant to reduce “ghosting” by handling the initial meet-and-greet part of the dating process. Before actually speaking with their match, users can engage with a chatbot that gives you a feel for the person. Teaser AI’s new app is slated to hit the Apple store later this month.
Poshmark and others are setting up live platforms where consumers can bid on clothing for sale in real time. The move comes as other retailers, like Amazon and Walmart, bet on the future of shopping via phones. The United States is estimated to take in $32 million in sales this year alone.
