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.

Burger King's new AI agent will listen to orders and 'coach' workers on being 'hospitable'

Burger King's new AI chatbot will live inside employees’ headsets in an effort to measure "friendliness" at the fast-food ...

Silverback AI Chatbot Announces Continued Development of AI Chatbot Platform to Support Structured Digital Communication

New York, New York - March 03, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Silverback AI Chatbot has announced continued development and ...

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 ...