Nearly 28% of the questions are related to education
At more than 2 million the question was answered by the artificial intelligence chat BgGPT, developed by the Institute for Computer Sciences, Artificial Intelligence and Technologies (INSAIT) at the SU “St. Kliment Ohridski”.
As of today, the new, improved version of the chat has been released for free and free use, again with free access.
INSAIT today also featured the capabilities of the new chat, as well as data on some of the questions that have already been asked of the class so far.
The chat was used most often for educational questions, a large part of the questions were also related to the generation of texts.
The architect of the chat, Prof. Martin Vechev emphasized that there are many improvements compared to the first version, the main one being the new generative language models in Bulgarian, which are much better than the many times more expensive models of Western companies.
“Bulgaria becomes the first country in Europe to launch its own chat application for national use based on its own generative models built in Bulgaria,” explained the professor.
Nearly 28% are educational questions - solutions to tasks, entertainment and hobbies, including during vacations. 20 percent are requests for content generation – articles, texts, invitations.
4 things have been upgraded since March – there is an assistive language model behind the chat, and technology made at INSAIT allows the chat to be constantly improved. The more it is used, the faster and better the chat will become, explained the Institute. Not only the chat, but also the models behind it will improve, which gives Bulgaria an advantage over other countries – other applications in business and state administration use the language model.
What is new is that the current version has access to external sources such as the Internet, which allows it to improve its answers in real time. The interface has also been changed. There are various chat feedback options, options to give new responses from the model
Anton Alexandrov gave examples of the work of the chat – he generated a history test, and also released an example blog post about himself. The chat can translate text from Bulgarian to a number of foreign languages, offer places for a ski vacation in Bulgaria. “He gives some of the best recipes for Bulgarian food,” Aleksandrov said.
It is important for users to give feedback, and if you are not satisfied, you can point out that the text is not correct or even regenerate it. For creative content, it is even recommended to make several attempts and rate the best one.
Prof. Vechev explained that internet access helps the chat provide more up-to-date answers, and based on how much it’s used, the factual part is new and will get much better. “He’ll be able to summarize what happened in Parliament today – that’s what he’s expected to be able to do in future releases. And now he’ll be giving answers to political questions, but it’s not clear how up-to-date they are. They could be from a few months ago.” , explained the expert. Sources of where the information comes from will be added over time.
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Time.news Interview
Editor: Welcome to Time.news! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Professor Martin Vechev, the architect behind the innovative AI chat application developed at the Institute for Computer Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, and Technologies, or INSAIT. Professor Vechev, thank you for joining us!
Prof. Vechev: Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to be here!
Editor: Your recent launch of the improved version of the AI chat has generated quite a buzz, especially considering that it focuses heavily on education. Nearly 28% of the questions it receives relate to educational topics. Can you tell us why education seems to be such a focal point for users?
Prof. Vechev: Absolutely! Education is a universal need, and students, teachers, and lifelong learners are always looking for effective ways to access information and support. Our chat application serves as a resource for solving tasks, generating content, and even engaging in educational entertainment. It’s gratifying to see how much it is being utilized in this area.
Editor: That’s fascinating. With over 2 million questions answered, it’s clear that there is a high demand for this technology. What improvements have you made in this latest version compared to the original?
Prof. Vechev: There are several significant upgrades. Most notably, we’ve incorporated advanced generative language models specifically tailored for the Bulgarian language, which outperform many costly models developed by Western companies. Plus, this version now includes assistive language models that allow the chat to learn and improve in real-time as users interact with it.
Editor: Real-time improvements sound revolutionary! You mentioned that other applications in business and state administration are also leveraging these language models. How does this give Bulgaria an advantage over other countries?
Prof. Vechev: By developing our own models, we can ensure that our applications are not only cost-effective but also culturally and linguistically relevant. This can lead to more personalized user experiences across various sectors, from education to public administration. It puts Bulgaria on the map as a leader in AI technology within Europe.
Editor: You’ve also highlighted the ability of the chat application to access external sources like the Internet for real-time information. How does this feature enhance its functionality?
Prof. Vechev: This is a game-changer! By accessing current data and various online resources, the chat’s responses become much more reliable and relevant. It allows the application to provide users with accurate answers and content that reflects the latest information available, beyond static knowledge.
Editor: As someone who’s at the forefront of AI development in Bulgaria, what excites you most about the future of this technology?
Prof. Vechev: I’m particularly excited about the potential for continuous learning. The more it’s used, the better it gets—essentially creating a positive feedback loop. Furthermore, I envision this technology transforming how we interact with information and each other, paving the way not just for advancements in education, but in many sectors of society.
Editor: It sounds like the future is bright for AI in Bulgaria! Thank you for sharing your insights today, Professor Vechev. We are eager to see how this technology evolves and impacts education and beyond.
Prof. Vechev: Thank you for having me! I’m looking forward to the innovations that lie ahead.
Editor: And to our readers, stay tuned for more updates on AI developments and how they can enhance our daily lives!