October 31, 2024: OpenAI Transforms ChatGPT into Google Rival - OpenAI has upgraded ChatGPT into a search engine, challenging Googles dominance by delivering real-time answers with clear source attribution. Initially available to paid subscribers, the feature will soon expand to free users. The search engine uses a special version of GPT-4o, offering curated responses from significant news partnerships. OpenAIs strategic push includes developing custom AI chips, aiming for technological independence and reduced computing costs. While Google still leads, ChatGPTs conversational interface signifies a potential shift in how information is found online.