Google Expands AI Search Capabilities to More Languages and Regions
In a significant move to make its search capabilities more inclusive and accessible, Google has announced the expansion of its AI Mode in Search to 40 new regions and 35 new languages. The feature, which uses Google's custom Gemini model for advanced reasoning and multimodal understanding, was first previewed with testers in March this year.
According to Google, the expanded availability of AI Mode will enable more users worldwide to experience the benefits of its advanced search capabilities. "We're excited to bring AI Mode to even more people around the world," said a Google spokesperson. "Our goal is to make Search more intuitive and helpful for everyone, regardless of their language or location."
The newly supported languages include Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Dutch, German, Greek, French, Malay, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and many others. Google's Gemini model, which powers AI Mode, uses a combination of natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning algorithms to understand the nuances of local languages and provide more accurate and relevant search results.
The expansion of AI Mode is part of Google's ongoing efforts to improve its search capabilities and make them more accessible to users worldwide. In May, the company rolled out AI Mode to everyone in the US, and in early September, it added support for five new languages: Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese.
The implications of this expansion are significant, as they have the potential to democratize access to information and improve online experiences for millions of people worldwide. "This is a major step forward in making Search more inclusive and accessible," said Dr. Fei-Fei Li, director of the Stanford Artificial Intelligence Lab (SAIL). "AI Mode has the potential to revolutionize the way we search and interact with information online."
As Google continues to expand its AI capabilities, it remains committed to transparency and accountability. The company has established a set of guidelines for AI development, which prioritize fairness, transparency, and accountability.
Background
Google's AI Mode was first introduced in March this year as part of its Labs program. The feature uses the Gemini model to provide more advanced search capabilities, including multimodal understanding and reasoning. Since its introduction, AI Mode has been rolled out to several regions and languages, with support for Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese added in early September.
Next Developments
Google plans to continue expanding its AI capabilities and making them more accessible to users worldwide. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its AI development efforts and has established a set of guidelines that prioritize fairness, transparency, and accountability.
As the use of AI continues to grow and evolve, it will be interesting to see how Google's expanded search capabilities impact society and online experiences. One thing is certain: with AI Mode now available in more languages and regions than ever before, users worldwide have access to a more inclusive and accessible search experience.
*Reporting by Engadget.*
