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OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads with Sponsored Agents

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  1. cmiles8 · · focus · HN ↗
    Who actually wants this?

    I guess we’re about to find out if this helps put out the massive pile of burning cash that OpenAI is trying to deal with, but I know nobody that wants this.

    OpenAI claims we’re near AGI and this is the best strategy they have? Oy vey!

    1. 0c3ca83 · · focus · HN ↗
      This is a test balloon; the eventual end state is going to be buying bias for model recommendations. With agentic commerce, you end up with this:

      > > Hey, ChatGPT, I need a new pair of shoes!

      > Of course, Nike has a great pair that just came out. Would you like me to purchase them for you?

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