Meta makes its AI chatbot available to all users in India
Why was Meta AI's rollout delayed in India during the general elections?
Meta AI's rollout in India was delayed during the general elections due to concerns over the accuracy and impact of generative AI responses during significant political events. The company started testing Meta AI in India across WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, and Facebook in April, but the official rollout to all users was made after the elections14.
What biases has TechCrunch observed in Meta AI's image generation?
TechCrunch has observed biases in Meta AI's image generation, particularly when generating images of Indian men, as the AI chatbot tends to add turbans to the images3. Additionally, the tool consistently generated an old-school Indian house with vibrant colors, wooden columns, and styled roofs, regardless of the prompt4. These biases are likely due to inadequate training data and testing processes.
In what way does Meta AI integrate with Instagram and Facebook?
Meta AI integrates with Instagram and Facebook by being accessible through the search bar in the apps. On Instagram, the chatbot can suggest Reels to watch based on your search query. On Facebook, you will see a Meta AI prompt, so you can ask questions related to the post. Additionally, Meta AI can generate images based on your prompts.