OpenAI today launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser tightly integrated with its ChatGPT chatbot. Initially available on macOS, with Windows, iOS and Android versions planned, Atlas offers features like a ChatGPT sidebar for summarising content, comparing products, analysing data, and a paid-user “agent mode” that allows the AI to complete tasks like shopping or travel planning for the user.
By embedding its chatbot into the browsing experience, OpenAI is directly challenging the dominance of Google Chrome and its search-based model. With ChatGPT already used by about 800 million weekly users, the launch marks a strategic move into the browser and advertising ecosystem.
Privacy features include an opt-out approach to using browsing data for AI training, and full user control of memory and data visibility.
