New Delhi, May 26: Google's AI search tool has recently faced criticism for providing misleading information by falsely claiming that former US President Barack Obama is Muslim and suggesting that astronauts played with cats on the Moon. 

Google has responded to these inaccuracies, acknowledging the errors and taking action to rectify them. These errors have raised concerns about the reliability of AI-generated information. Google AI search is designed to deliver accurate and relevant answers to user questions but these recent mistakes highlight the risk of errors. Google Looking at India for Smartphone Manufacturing With Billion Dollar Investment Plan.

As per a report of Times Now, Google's AI Overview tool inaccurately stated that Barack Obama is Muslim, perpetuating a common misconception about the former US President. The AI search tool also made an unusual claim that astronauts had played with cats on the Moon, as per a report of Wion. Such incorrect information has raised concerns among users about the reliability of Google's AI search feature.

The AI-powered search engine was also found to make errors when answering a simple question. One user noted that the tool incorrectly stated that "none of Africa's 54 recognised countries start with the letter 'K'," overlooking the existence of Kenya. This incident isn't the first time Google has encountered such issues with its AI tools. Earlier this year, the company had to halt its Gemini AI image generation feature due to inaccuracies in historical images it produced.

Google’s Response to Misleading Information

Google has announced that it is promptly addressing errors and taking "swift action", particularly the claims about Barack Obama, which go against their content guidelines. Colette Garcia, a spokesperson for Google, highlighted that the majority of AI summaries offer reliable information.  Apple CEO Tim Cook Says People Often Get Emotional When They Try Vision Pro for First Time.

To prevent such future problems, Google now includes a disclaimer at the end of each AI search summary, clarifying that the generative AI is still in the experimental phase. The company has confirmed that it actively tests to predict and prevent any misuse by ensuring high-quality and accurate results.

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