The best AI chatbots of 2026: I tested ChatGPT, Copilot, and others to find the top tools around

I pushed eight free AI chatbots to their limits to find the best AI chatbots of 2026. To explore our top picks, check out ZDNET's chatbot-by-chatbot guide.

Silverback AI Chatbot Announces Expanded Focus on AI Assistant Feature to Support Structured Digital Communication

New York, New York - February 24, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Silverback AI Chatbot has announced the refinement and

Silverback AI Chatbot Announces Platform Enhancements to Strengthen Intelligent Conversational Support Across Digital Channels

New York, New York - February 18, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Silverback AI Chatbot has announced a series of platform

Meet 'Patty', Burger King's AI chatbot assessing staff's friendliness

Burger King launched its new AI chatbot, "Patty" in February. The company said the technology can assess employee friendliness.

Silverback AI Chatbot Announces Continued Development of Its AI Assistant Feature to Support Structured Digital Interaction

New York, New York - February 09, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Silverback AI Chatbot has announced ongoing development of
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Meta Will Begin Using AI Chatbot Conversations to Target Ads

Meta Platforms META10.40%increase; green up pointing triangle will start using people’s conversations with its AI chatbot to help personalize ads and content, offering a glimpse of how the company intends to pay for its expensive artificial intelligence ...