Technology
China's Baidu scraps public launch for ChatGPT-like product
Chinese search engine giant Baidu on Monday cancelled a planned livestreamed product launch related to its ChatGPT-like "Ernie bot" that it had advertised as being open to media and the public.
The webcast, scheduled for Monday afternoon, was switched to a closed-door meeting with the first batch of companies that are testing the product, Baidu said in a statement on Monday morning.
The reason behind the change in format was in order to satisfy the "strong demand" from 120,000 companies that had applied to test Ernie bot, the company said, adding this would be the first of many closed-door meetings.
Baidu's Hong Kong-listed shares fell as much as 4.5% on Monday morning on initial reports of the cancellation.
Ernie bot, so far China's closest answer to US-developed ChatGPT, was launched on March 16 by Baidu CEO Robin Li, who gave a livestreamed presentation that walked journalists through a series of pre-recorded demos displaying the Chinese chatbot's different capabilities.
The company's share price dropped while the presentation was still being livestreamed but rebounded the following day, due in part to strong demand from the Chinese corporate sector for generative artificial intelligence (AI), the Technology powering products like Ernie bot and ChatGPT.
Montreal Canadiens vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction 11-26-24 NHL Picks
Phoenix Suns vs LA Lakers Prediction 11-26-24 NBA Picks
Kansas City Chiefs vs Las Vegas Raiders Prediction 11-29-24 NFL Picks
Green Bay Packers vs Miami Dolphins Prediction 11-28-24 NFL Picks
-
Technology1h agoTiny laboratories that fit in your hand can rapidly identify pathogens using electricity
-
Technology7h agoInvestigative Journalist Ronan Farrow Talks Documentary About Military-Grade Spyware Being Used Against American Citizens
-
Technology23h agoOpioid-free surgery treats pain at every physical and emotional level
-
Technology23h agoMeat has a distinct taste, texture and aroma − a biochemist explains how plant-based alternatives mimic the real thing
-
Technology3d agoAI harm is often behind the scenes and builds over time – a legal scholar explains how the law can adapt to respond
-
Technology3d agoAwkwardness can hit in any social situation – here are a philosopher’s 5 strategies to navigate it with grace
-
Technology3d agoNo need to overload your cranberry sauce with sugar this holiday season − a food scientist explains how to cook with fewer added sweeteners
-
Technology4d agoThere Is a Solution to AI’s Existential Risk Problem