The goal of this search engine is to make finding information easier. SearchGPT shows not only the list of links, but also summarizes the information and provides short descriptions with links to the sources.
it is a prototype accessible to 10,000 test users and is powered by the GPT-4 family of models.
Interface and Functionality: Users are replied with a large textbox asking, “What are you looking for?” The search engine then organizes and summarizes relevant information from the web.
Collaborations and Partnerships: OpenAI has aligned with news organizations such as The Wall Street Journal, The Associated Press, and Vox Media to ensure accurate and credited information, allowing publishers to manage their content's appearance in search results.
User Experience: SearchGPT provides clear attributions and links. It connects users directly with sources. In addition, it encourages engagement with additional results through a sidebar.
Prototype Nature: As a prototype, SearchGPT has some flexibility for errors and misattributions. OpenAI can address as it continues to develop the service. The prototype status also helps manage opportunities and allows for iterative developments based on user feedback.
Competition and Market Impact: SearchGPT could challenge Google, which has been integrating AI features to stay competitive. It also positions OpenAI against startups like Perplexity, which has faced criticism for how it handles AI summaries.
Monetization and Costs: Initially, SearchGPT will be free and ad-free. However, OpenAI faces significant operational costs. AI training and inference expenses potentially reach $7 billion this year. Monetization approaches will need to be developed as the service scales.