AI agents aren’t the ‘new Google,’ says Airbnb CEO
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Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky warns against considering AI chatbots as a "new Google," noting that AI models are accessible to many companies via APIs. He emphasizes the importance of tailoring models and interfaces for specific uses. Airbnb has implemented AI in customer service, reducing human agent contacts by 15%, and plans to expand these capabilities. Future AI applications may include search features and booking assistance, with Chesky viewing AI primarily as a lead generation tool rather than a threat to Airbnb's business model.
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