OpenAI Unveils SearchGPT: A New AI-Powered Search Engine

OpenAI has introduced SearchGPT, an innovative AI-driven search engine designed to reimagine how we find information online. Unlike traditional search engines that simply list links, SearchGPT processes and interprets search results, offering concise summaries and relevant information directly from web sources.

We’re testing SearchGPT, a temporary prototype of new AI search features that give you fast and timely answers with clear and relevant sources.

We’re launching with a small group of users for feedback and plan to integrate the experience into ChatGPT. https://t.co/dRRnxXVlGh pic.twitter.com/iQpADXmllH
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SearchGPT, currently in its prototype phase, is powered by the GPT-4 model and offers real-time access to online content. The search interface is straightforward, allowing users to input queries and receive detailed responses, complete with source attributions and links for further exploration. Users can also ask follow-up questions, making the search process feel more like a conversation than a typical search.

One of the standout features of SearchGPT is its "visual answers," which include images and videos to enhance understanding. This new tool is being tested by 10,000 users, with plans to integrate its best features into ChatGPT in the future.

OpenAI Opens Up Access to ChatGPT Without Registration

Previously, accessing ChatGPT required signing up for an OpenAI account, which allowed users to save chat histories and access enhanced features like voice commands and custom instructions.

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Developed in collaboration with major news organizations like The Wall Street Journal and Vox Media, SearchGPT is designed to respect and promote high-quality content from publishers.

As SearchGPT moves forward, it aims to challenge established players like Google by offering a faster, more intuitive way to search the web.