As discussions continue about the evolution of ChatGPT, speculation suggests that OpenAI aims to integrate advertising features into its functionality. According to sources, the Android application beta version included references indicating potential advertising capabilities.

“The ChatGPT Android app beta features references to an ‘ads feature,’ which includes ‘bazaar content,’ ‘search ad,’ and ‘search ads carousel.’” (Source: Twitter @cantworkitout)

Some users on Reddit have claimed that their advertising experience on various platforms has already been influenced by their interactions with ChatGPT, highlighting the possible integration of ads based on individual usage. This effort could potentially revolutionize how ads are served on personal interfaces, paving the way for a more tailored advertising experience.

With an estimated 800 million weekly users, including 35 million paid subscribers, the monetization of ChatGPT through this method raises substantial questions about privacy and data use.

Moreover, OpenAI’s ambitions for growth suggest considerable financial aspirations, projected to achieve $20 billion in annual revenue this year, with plans to escalate significantly by the end of the decade. The prospect of ads on ChatGPT appears to be an avenue that might address funding for the company’s lofty technological advancements.