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OpenAI to Launch Dedicated AI Hardware and Introduce Ads in ChatGPT
Importance: 85/1009 Sources
Why It Matters
These strategic moves indicate OpenAI's intent to both expand its revenue models beyond enterprise solutions and API access, and to innovate how users physically interact with artificial intelligence.
Key Intelligence
- ■OpenAI is reportedly on track to unveil its first AI hardware device by late 2026, a project in collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive.
- ■This new hardware initiative aims to redefine human-AI interaction, moving beyond conventional screen-based interfaces.
- ■OpenAI plans to introduce advertisements into its widely used ChatGPT platform to diversify revenue streams.
- ■A new, more affordable tier for ChatGPT, potentially priced around $8 per month, is expected to include these advertisements.
Source Coverage
Google News - AI
1/20/2026OpenAI to Launch AI Device and Introduce Ads in ChatGPT - ForkLog
Google News - AI
1/20/2026OpenAI 'on track' to unveil AI hardware in late 2026; here's what to expect - Deccan Herald
Google News - AI
1/20/2026Jony Ive and OpenAI's first AI gadget may launch in 2026: What to expect - Business Standard
Google News - AI
1/20/2026OpenAI’s first AI hardware could launch soon: Three devices reportedly in work - India TV News
Google News - AI & Bloomberg
1/20/2026Sam Altman’s ‘Last Resort’ for ChatGPT Looks a Lot Like Facebook - Bloomberg.com
Google News - AI
1/20/2026OpenAI set to launch its first AI device soon - Jang
Google News - AI
1/12/2026Generative coding: 10 Breakthrough Technologies 2026 - MIT Technology Review
Google News - AI & Models
1/20/2026Cheap ChatGPT Tier on Offer for $8 a Month; Ads Coming Soon - AI Business
Google News - AI & Models
1/20/2026