ChatGPT ads test begins as OpenAI explores new monetization options for its fast-growing AI platform.
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ChatGPT Ads: OpenAI Tests New Monetization Shift OpenAI’s New Ads Test Sparks Questions Growing curiosity around whether ChatGPT will begin showing ads is now being answered, as OpenAI confirms an early experiment with ad-powered monetization. Many users have wondered how the company plans to sustain its rapid growth, especially as feature demands and infrastructure costs continue to rise. The new test provides the clearest glimpse yet into OpenAI’s long-term revenue strategy. While limited for now, the move marks a major shift for a platform that has primarily relied on subscriptions and enterprise partnerships. Credit : Google Why OpenAI Is Exploring ChatGPT Ads OpenAI’s decision comes at a time when usage has soared, pushing the company to find additional ways to fund its expanding AI capabilities. The cost of running large models—particularly after the release of GPT-5 and multimodal features—has increased significantly. Ads may offer a scalable way to maintain quality without forcing every user into paid plans. OpenAI says the goal…