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Think Google Lost the AI Race? Think Again.
Over the past year, OpenAI, Microsoft, and other tech companies pushing the limits of generative AI have dominated the AI landscape. It has been questioned by many critics if Google has lost ground in this race. However, Google 2.0 Pro Experimental, the company’s most recent unveiling, points to a completely different picture. Think again if you believed Google was out of the game.
The Perception of Google’s AI Stumble
Google has been questioned about its role in AI, even though it was a pioneer with DeepMind and its transformer architecture, which forms the basis of contemporary generative AI. Google appeared to be following rather than setting the standard when OpenAI introduced ChatGPT, Microsoft incorporated AI into Bing, and startups quickly released cutting-edge AI apps. The idea that Google had lost its competitive edge was further supported by the lacklustre reception given to Bard, its first chatbot.
However, many people failed to notice that Google has always taken the long view. Google prioritises scale, accuracy, and ecosystem integration over others who are racing to market with experimental AI features, making sure AI isn’t merely a test but rather a fundamental component of the company’s future.
