One of the most popular models based on AI, and at the same time a certain indicator of the development of this technology, is ChatGPT. Chatbot from OpenAI, despite the growing number of tools, is the first choice when it comes to all kinds of tools based on artificial intelligence.
For a long time, it was somewhat limited — mainly due to the inability to use Internet resources. For this reason, using the OpenAI tool was not always the best solution, especially when we wanted relatively fresh information.
Now, however, this will change because the manufacturers of the model have announced that it is finally possible to use the full range of Internet content. This is an important step in the development of this chatbot and a significant expansion of its capabilities.
ChatGPT with the option to search for content on the Internet
On the official website openai.com In recent days, an official announcement has appeared confirming that ChatGPT has the ability to search the Internet for information. Thanks to this, users can receive answers to their questions faster and easier, and at the same time gain direct links to specific sources.
Thanks to this, the use of the mentioned tool can almost completely replace the use of traditional internet search engines. Access to news and information is unlimited and may concern all areas of interest – from typical curiosities to the latest stock market, sports or political news.
In the official entry presented by OpenAI, we can read that ChatGPT is able to provide us with a ready answer to the most ordinary question that was asked in a natural way. In theory, this is an assurance that we do not have to interact with the tool in any particular way if we want to learn something specific.
On the other hand, it will still be possible to ask more in-depth and specific questions. Thanks to this, of course, we will continue to gain more information, which, of course, is to be supported by links to sources.
ChatGPT will indicate the sources it used
Speaking of sources, a separate section is devoted to it, showing how important this element is. When using ChatGPT, a special button will appear that will open a sidebar listing the full number of references to the original content.
Interestingly, OpenAI was able to secure cooperation with giant media industry entities, including: with Axel Springer and Le Monde. Both companies assure that they want to take part in a specific transformation of the media landscape, recognizing the potential of AI. Of course, this sounds very pompous and lofty, but above all, we are talking about the specific interests of all parties.
Representatives of the company run by Sam Altman also ensure that all publishers of Internet content can choose the option of displaying their content in ChatGPT. So this may provide some security for those who don’t want theirs content reached people through artificial intelligence.
Who is the new functionality for?
All this may sound very tempting, and it is, but you have to ask yourself: can everyone use the new functionality? The answer is: unfortunately no. As OpenAI itself emphasizes, the search model is a refined version of GPT-4o, and considering its initial potential, it is not available to every user.
ChatGPT Plus and Team users currently have access to the search engine built into the chatbot. They can now use the new functionality without any major problems and check what the famous company has prepared for them this time.
It is, of course, a matter of time before the same functionality is introduced for the free versions, although it may take a little more time. It cannot be ruled out that it will also be quite time-limited. But when will this happen and what new features should we expect? Time will tell, but for now only the authorities and OpenAI engineers know this.
