LinkedIn and Google Co-founders launch AI chatbot Pi with human-like conversations

Inflection AI, a startup co-founded by LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and Google DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman, has announced the release of its first AI chatbot product named Pi. Pi uses generative AI technology to engage with users through dialogues where they can ask questions and share feedback. Similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Pi is designed to provide users with human-like conversations that show a high level of emotional intelligence, kindness, and support.According to Suleyman, the CEO of Inflection AI, the company prioritized developing the technology in-house with a focus on creating a chatbot that can handle personal day-to-day tasks effectively. However, the company has made it clear that Pi is not suitable for generating code or essays and has implemented boundary training to ensure that the AI does not violate its behavior policies or engage in romantic conversations. 

Pi can be accessed through its website, app, and social media platforms, and its service is free. Inflection AI plans to use user data, including conversational content, to train its AI systems. However, Pi is not currently connected to the internet.

The release of Pi adds another competitor to the crowded field of chatbots powered by generative AI technology. This technology enables people to have in-depth conversations for both professional and personal needs. Inflection AI was founded in 2022 and was incubated by VC firm Greylock, which led a $225 million investment in the startup.

Hoffman, who is a partner at Greylock and a Microsoft Corp board member, resigned from OpenAI’s board in March, citing potential conflicts due to his work with AI startups. With the release of Pi, it will be interesting to see how Inflection AI’s chatbot product will fare against other competitors in the market.