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What is Narrow AI?

Narrow AI, also known as Weak AI, refers to artificial intelligence systems designed to perform specific tasks or operate within a limited range of capabilities. Unlike Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), which aims to match human intelligence across a broad range of activities, Narrow AI specializes in particular functions, such as recognizing faces, recommending products, translating languages, or detecting fraud. Most AI systems in use today are examples of Narrow AI, even when they can perform multiple related tasks.

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