Baidu's CEO, Robin Li, announced on Friday that the highly anticipated launch of Ernie 3.5, a powerful generative AI large-language model, is just around the corner. This cutting-edge technology will not only enhance Baidu's search engine capabilities but also serve as the driving force behind their innovative application, Ernie Bot, reminiscent of ChatGPT. With this significant upgrade, Baidu aims to revolutionize the way users interact with their search engine and unlock new possibilities in the field of artificial intelligence. [1]

Figure 1. AI.

Figure 1 is an illustration of AI. During the Zhongguancun Forum, a prominent technology event in China, Baidu's CEO, Robin Li, revealed the much-anticipated news about Ernie 3.5. This announcement took place approximately two months after the initial public unveiling of Ernie Bot, which garnered a mixed reception from users and experts alike. [1]

On March 16, Baidu's CEO, Robin Li, officially launched Ernie Bot, which is considered China's closest counterpart to the US-developed ChatGPT. During a livestreamed presentation, Li provided journalists with an insightful walkthrough, showcasing a series of pre-recorded demos that highlighted the diverse capabilities of this Chinese chatbot. This launch event aimed to demonstrate the impressive features and functionalities of Ernie Bot, solidifying its position as a significant advancement in the field of conversational AI within China. [1]

Recently, a Baidu spokesperson shared images in a media-facing group on WeChat, China's popular messaging service, showcasing the expanded skill set of the Chinese chatbot, Ernie Bot. These images revealed that the chatbot has evolved since its initial launch nearly two weeks ago, demonstrating a broader range of capabilities. [1]

Following its launch, both Ernie Bot and other products utilizing Baidu's generative AI large-language model have been in a trial phase. Baidu has selectively invited a limited number of companies and users to participate in testing these products and gather valuable feedback. By engaging with this select group, Baidu aims to fine-tune and refine its offerings based on real-world usage scenarios and user insights. [1]

References:

1. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/baidu-will-very-soon-officially-launch-generative-ai-model-ceo-robin-li/articleshow/100517544.cms

Cite this article:

Hana M (2023), Unleashing the Power of Generative AI: Baidu's Game-Changing Innovation, AnaTechmaz, pp.264