What is a Chatbot and How AI-Powered Bots Are Transforming Businesses
 A chatbot is an AI-powered program designed to simulate human conversations, offering assistance, answering queries, or automating tasks. These bots leverage advanced technologies like natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning to understand and respond effectively. Popular chatbots like ChatGPT  and Google Bard  are transforming customer experiences, streamlining workflows, and boosting user engagement across industries. For e-commerce, chatbots handle 24/7 customer support, recommend products, and even manage payments. In education, AI bots like Duolingo’s AI tutor  make learning interactive and accessible. The benefits of chatbots include scalability, cost-efficiency, and personalization. For example, platforms like Zendesk  and HubSpot  integrate bots to deliver tailored support experiences. Businesses can also customize open-source solutions like Rasa  to align with their unique needs. With industries rapidly adopting chatbots, their applications are expanding to ...