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# Mistral AI is working on its own web search capability for Le Chat interface
- URL: https://www.testingcatalog.com/mistral-ai-is-working-on-its-own-web-search-for-le-chat/
- Published: 2024-08-23T21:06:22.000Z
- Updated: 2024-10-14T10:28:59.000Z
- Author: Alexey Shabanov
- Tags: Mistral, Latest AI News

Mistral AI appears to be developing a web search feature that was discovered during reverse engineering by TestingCatalog. The feature is accessed through a new “Options” toggle, which currently offers a single setting called “Web Search.” This feature, when enabled, would allow the model to perform searches on the Internet. Based on the design, this toggle could be applied across various models, potentially extending beyond just the core model to other [agents](https://www.testingcatalog.com/mistral-ai-reveals-customizable-models-and-early-agents-platform-2/) as well. However, specific details on how this will be implemented remain unclear. Presently, Mistral AI models do not have this capability, but its eventual release could represent a significant leap forward for the platform.

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## About Mistral AI

Founded in 2023 and rapidly rising in the AI space, [Mistral](https://www.testingcatalog.com/tag/mistral/) AI has focused on developing cutting-edge language models that are both powerful and efficient. Known for releasing open-weight models, Mistral AI has garnered attention with models like Mistral 7B and its larger counterparts. These models are designed to balance performance with cost-efficiency, making them appealing for a wide range of applications, from coding to multilingual support. The company has also attracted significant investment, raising over $640 million in funding, and is positioned as a strong competitor in the AI field.