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OpenAI poaching Google employees to make AI search engine: Report

Inshorts · 1y ago

OpenAI poaching Google employees to make AI search engine: Report

OpenAI is trying to poach Google employees for a team that is developing a search engine for ChatGPT, The Verge reported. The search engine will be available as a feature within the AI chatbot and allow users to receive answers sourced from across the internet. It will cite sources in response to user queries, Bloomberg reported.

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Sam Altman refutes reports of OpenAI starting a new AI search engine

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Livemint · 1y ago

Sam Altman refutes reports of OpenAI starting a new AI search engine

OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, has denied claims that the company will be launching an AI-powered search engine to challenge Google. However, Altman did confirm that there would be announcements about ChatGPT and GPT-4 at an upcoming event. Reports had previously suggested that OpenAI was preparing to launch its search engine, with speculation that it would rival Google's dominance. While the launch may not happen immediately, OpenAI has been reportedly hiring Google employees to work on their search product. In addition to OpenAI, Google also faces competition from AI startup Perplexity.

OpenAI unveils AI-based search engine SearchGPT

YourStory

YourStory · 1y ago

OpenAI unveils AI-based search engine SearchGPT

OpenAI has launched SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine that aims to compete with Google and Perplexity AI. The search engine provides users with real-time information from the web, offering quick and direct responses to inquiries and clear links to the sources. OpenAI plans to gather feedback from selected users and publishers during the prototype's limited launch and integrate its best features into ChatGPT in the future. The goal of SearchGPT is to enhance conversational capabilities and make finding information faster and easier for users.

Tired of Google Search? Here's how to set ChatGPT as your default search engine

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Tired of Google Search? Here's how to set ChatGPT as your default search engine

OpenAI has launched its AI-powered web search functionality in ChatGPT, giving users an alternative to Google. Users can now set ChatGPT as their default search engine on Chromium-based browsers like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera. However, access to ChatGPT Search is currently limited to Plus and Team subscribers, with plans to make it available to free users in the future. ChatGPT Search is an improved version of the previously teased SearchGPT prototype.

Apple to rival Google with its own search engine ‘pegasus’?

Livemint

Livemint · 2y ago

Apple to rival Google with its own search engine ‘pegasus’?

Apple is reportedly working on its own search engine called "Pegasus" as it aims to reduce its reliance on Google and potentially gain a larger share of the search engine market. The team led by former Google executive John Giannandrea is focused on improving search capabilities for Apple apps. Apple currently earns around $8 billion annually from its deal with Google to make it the default search engine on its devices. This move could lead to increased competition between Apple and Google in the search engine space.

OpenAI announces SearchGPT, its AI-powered search engine

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

OpenAI announces SearchGPT, its AI-powered search engine

OpenAI has announced SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine prototype. Unlike traditional search engines, it organizes and summarizes information from the web. Initially available to 10,000 test users, SearchGPT aims to eventually integrate with ChatGPT. The company emphasizes publisher collaboration and clear attribution. This move positions OpenAI as a potential competitor to Google and Perplexity in the AI search market.

Google plans to charge for AI-powered search engine: report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google plans to charge for AI-powered search engine: report

Google is reportedly considering charging for premium features on its AI-powered search engine. The company is exploring options that include offering AI-powered search features as part of its premium subscription services, which already include access to the Gemini AI assistant in Gmail and Docs. Google's traditional search engine will remain free with ads continuing to appear alongside search results for subscribers. This move marks Google's entry into paid core products as it aims to compete in the rapidly evolving AI sector. Google is currently in competition with Microsoft and OpenAI in the AI space.

Google search monopoly US case remedies to come by December

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google search monopoly US case remedies to come by December

The U.S. Department of Justice is set to provide a plan in December for Google to address antitrust concerns after a judge determined the company had illegally monopolized the online search market. The proposed remedy is expected to consider Google's integration of artificial intelligence into search and may involve divesting certain business units or ending payments to ensure its search engine remains the default on devices. Google intends to appeal the ruling, and Microsoft and OpenAI may be consulted for a counter-argument on AI search. U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta aims to make a ruling by August next year.

A few more updates from today about AI.

The Verge

The Verge · 7m ago

A few more updates from today about AI.

Major tech companies like Microsoft, Meta, Google, and Nvidia are competing in the AI chip industry. Reports indicate Softbank and OpenAI's massive Stargate project has yet to make progress, while OpenAI announces collaboration with Oracle to develop data center capacity. Microsoft has recruited former Google DeepMind employees. Research shows fewer clicks on Google search results when AI summaries are present. The article also promotes following topics and authors for personalized updates and email digests.

Sam Altman says he doesn't think the world 'needs another copy of Google' because 'that's boring'

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Sam Altman says he doesn't think the world 'needs another copy of Google' because 'that's boring'

OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, expressed disinterest in competing with Google in the search business. He believes that building a better search engine is not innovative enough and there could be a more advanced way to help people find and utilize information. Altman's comments came when comparing OpenAI's ChatGPT with Google's search engine in an interview with Lex Fridman. While Google has faced criticism for the integration of its chatbot Gemini on the iPhone, Altman's OpenAI is focused on finding new ways to improve information synthesis.

Is OpenAI launching a search engine? Report indicates to ‘search.chatgpt.com’

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Is OpenAI launching a search engine? Report indicates to ‘search.chatgpt.com’

OpenAI is believed to be launching its own search engine called ChatGPT. The company recently registered a domain name, "search.chatgpt.com," sparking speculation of an imminent launch. It is rumored that the ChatGPT search engine will combine the functionalities of traditional search engines with generative AI capabilities, providing users with AI-generated content and relevant web pages. This could potentially provide competition for established players like Google. The user interface is expected to differ across devices, with web results and AI summaries shown side-by-side on desktops and in succession on smartphones.

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