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Reddit Tests AI-Powered 'Reddit Answers' Chatbot for U.S. Users Starting December 11

Dec 9, 2024, 02:04 PM

Reddit Inc. is introducing a new feature called Reddit Answers, an AI-powered chatbot designed to enhance user engagement by allowing users to ask questions and receive curated responses. The initial rollout of this feature is limited to a select number of users in the U.S., with support currently available only in English. Reddit Answers aims to provide users with a more interactive way to find content, make recommendations, and surface discussions across the platform. The test phase for this feature is set to begin on Monday, December 11, 2024, as part of Reddit's strategy to leverage AI technology to win more users, according to Bloomberg.