OpenAI launches cheaper ChatGPT subscription, says ads are coming next (9to5mac.com)

OpenAI has introduced a new subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, priced at $8 per month, now available in the U.S. after its initial launch in India. This plan offers significant enhancements over the free version, including ten times more messages, added file uploads and image creation capabilities, longer memory retention, and an extensive context window. The subscription tiers now range from ChatGPT Go at $8 to ChatGPT Plus at $20 and ChatGPT Pro at $200 per month. Additionally, OpenAI plans to test ads within the ChatGPT platform, specifically targeting users on the free and Go tiers in the U.S. These ads will appear at the bottom of relevant answers, with clear labeling to distinguish them from organic content. Importantly, user conversations won't be shared with advertisers, and ads will not influence the responses provided by ChatGPT. This move signifies a shift towards monetization of the service, aiming to balance accessibility for users while enhancing revenue streams, particularly in the competitive AI landscape.