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Meta Platforms (META) Study Reveals Surge in Online Shopping in India’s Tier-2 and Tier-3 Cities, Driven by AI and Social Media Influencers

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Latest reports, published by MIT News, suggest that researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed a more efficient algorithm, called Model-Based Transfer Learning (MBTL), to improve AI decision-making in tasks like traffic control, which involves high variability. Reinforcement learning models, commonly used for AI decision-making, often fail when facing minor changes in their training tasks. MBTL strategically selects the most impactful tasks to train on, improving overall performance while reducing training costs.

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For example, controlling traffic in a city involves numerous intersections with varying conditions. Instead of training separate algorithms for each intersection or one generalized algorithm for all, MBTL identifies and trains on a subset of key intersections. It leverages zero-shot transfer learning, allowing trained models to perform well on untrained, similar tasks. Per the report, this technique could revolutionize complex systems, reducing costs and improving AI reliability. The research received funding from NSF, Amazon Robotics, and others.

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Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) engages in the development of products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family. On November 29, Indian news publication Pune Pulse reported that a Meta-commissioned study showed the rapidly growing trend of online shopping in tier-2 and tier-3 cities in the Asian country. Per the report, this trend was driven by AI-driven personalization, social media influencers, and the utilization of messaging apps. The report added that while grocery and personal care items were the most frequently purchased, niche categories such as skincare, wellness, and hair care were also becoming more popular.

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