OpenAI has updated its ChatGPT Atlas browser with a new vertical tab layout that mirrors the design of the Arc browser. Users can now switch to a left‑hand sidebar for tab management, resize the sidebar, and reorder tabs. The change also brings the ability to set Google as the default search engine, drag multiple tabs with Command or Shift, import extensions during initial setup, and support for iCloud keychain passkeys. Additional tweaks improve the downloads interface, while the core ChatGPT‑powered search experience remains unchanged. Read more →

OpenAI has rolled out the first significant update to its ChatGPT Atlas browser, adding three practical features that move the product beyond an AI demo. Users can now use iCloud Passkeys for secure logins, set Google as the default search engine, and manage tabs with a new vertical layout and multi‑tab selection. The enhancements aim to make Atlas feel more reliable and familiar, bridging the gap between AI‑driven browsing and traditional web experiences. Read more →

OpenAI’s new AI‑driven web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, promises to automate tasks such as travel booking and grocery ordering, but cybersecurity experts warn that the technology introduces a range of vulnerabilities. Prompt‑injection attacks, clipboard hijacking, and mishandling of sensitive data have been demonstrated on the platform. Researchers at the SANS Institute, the Tinuiti agency, and security firm Cyberhaven advise users to limit exposure, avoid sharing financial or medical information, and treat the browser cautiously in corporate environments. OpenAI says it is adding defensive monitors and bug‑bounty programs, but experts stress that the technology remains in an early, error‑prone stage. Read more →

OpenAI introduced an AI‑driven web browser named ChatGPT Atlas, prompting industry insiders to weigh its potential impact. Participants on a recent tech podcast discussed whether AI browsers can deliver real value to everyday users, the challenges of monetizing such products, and the security considerations they raise. While some see only modest efficiency gains, others note that deep pockets may allow experimental services to persist longer than traditional browser rivals. The conversation highlighted both curiosity and skepticism about the role of AI agents in reshaping web navigation. Read more →

AI‑enhanced browsers such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas and Perplexity’s Comet promise to automate web tasks, but cybersecurity experts warn that their deep access to user data creates significant privacy and security concerns. Researchers from Brave highlight prompt‑injection attacks as a systemic challenge, where malicious web content can trick agents into exposing credentials or performing unwanted actions. Both OpenAI and Perplexity have introduced mitigations like logged‑out modes and real‑time detection, yet experts stress that the threat remains unresolved. Users are advised to limit agent permissions and adopt strong authentication to safeguard personal information. Read more →

OpenAI has published a detailed post‑launch fix list for its new ChatGPT Atlas browser, outlining a series of enhancements aimed at bringing the product in line with user expectations for traditional browsers while expanding its AI capabilities. The list, shared by product lead Adam Fry, includes core browser features such as tab grouping and profile switching, UI refinements like an overflow bookmarks menu, and AI‑focused upgrades such as model selection and improved agent mode performance. Additional items address everyday concerns, including an optional ad blocker, better handling of captive portals, and tighter password‑manager integration. Read more →

OpenAI announced it has purchased Software Applications Incorporated, the creator of the Mac automation app Sky. Sky, which leverages agentic AI to understand screen content and act across applications, will be integrated into ChatGPT. The acquisition also brings the entire Software Applications team into OpenAI. The move follows Apple’s recent work on Siri enhancements and comes shortly after OpenAI released its first web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, and bought the personal‑investing app Roi. Read more →

Microsoft has introduced Copilot Mode to its Edge browser, offering AI‑driven assistance such as Actions and Journeys. The feature, available in a limited preview for U.S. users, lets people talk to the browser, have it perform tasks, and revisit previous browsing sessions. Edge now joins competitors like OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas, Perplexity’s Comet, and Google’s Gemini in Chrome, intensifying the AI‑focused browser wars. Users can toggle the mode on or off, and Microsoft says data collection is limited to improving the experience while preserving privacy. Read more →

OpenAI is preparing a series of enhancements for its AI‑powered web browser, ChatGPT Atlas. Planned updates include user profiles, tab groups, an optional ad blocker, and a range of quality‑of‑life tweaks such as an overflow bookmarks menu and shortcut lists. The AI agent, currently limited to ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers, will receive faster response times, a more reliable pause function, and deeper integration with services like Google Drive and cloud‑based Excel. The Ask ChatGPT sidebar will become easier to use, allowing users to switch projects and AI models without leaving the page. Additional fixes target the 1Password manager and other partner‑related features. Read more →

OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Atlas, a Chromium‑based browser that places its AI chatbot at the center of the web experience. Designed for macOS initially, the browser offers a minimalist interface, integrated search, and an “Ask ChatGPT” feature that can answer questions about the current page. Paid users gain access to an “agentic mode” that attempts to perform tasks such as adding items to shopping carts or scheduling appointments. Early testing shows the browser’s AI‑driven capabilities are functional but slower than competing AI browsers, and the overall browsing experience remains limited compared with traditional browsers. Read more →

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser that embeds the ChatGPT AI directly into the browsing experience. Initially available for macOS, the browser offers features such as contextual memory, on‑page assistance, and an Agent mode that can automate tasks like form‑filling, reservations, and email editing. OpenAI says versions for Windows, iOS, and Android are forthcoming. The browser leverages OpenAI’s Operator agent technology and aims to streamline everyday web activities by keeping the AI companion visible alongside web content. Read more →

OpenAI announced the launch of ChatGPT Atlas, an AI‑enhanced web browser that integrates ChatGPT directly into the browsing experience. Initially available on macOS, the browser offers features such as memory‑based personalization, an agent mode for task automation, split‑screen chat, and a cursor‑chat tool for in‑line editing. Access for Windows, iOS and Android is forthcoming, and agent mode is limited to ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers. The rollout marks OpenAI’s latest push into AI‑driven internet tools, positioning Atlas as a competitor in the emerging AI browser market. Read more →

OpenAI has released its long‑rumored web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, for macOS users. The browser embeds ChatGPT directly into the interface, letting users summon the AI with a toolbar icon or a sidebar conversation window while they browse. Features include optional browsing memory, incognito mode, and an “agent mode” that can perform tasks such as booking reservations or editing documents. The initial release is limited to macOS, with plans to expand to Windows, Android, and iOS. Atlas is currently available as a preview for Plus, Pro, and Business accounts. Read more →

OpenAI announced the launch of ChatGPT Atlas, a generative‑AI‑enhanced web browser that embeds ChatGPT directly into the browsing experience. The MacOS‑first browser offers traditional features such as tabs, bookmarks and extensions alongside AI‑driven tools like a built‑in sidebar for page summarization, in‑line writing assistance, natural‑language commands and optional memory of past activity. Atlas also introduces an "agent mode" that lets the AI perform limited tasks such as booking travel or gathering research. While the initial release targets MacOS users, OpenAI says support for Windows, iOS and Android is forthcoming. Read more →

OpenAI announced the launch of ChatGPT Atlas, a generative AI‑enhanced web browser that integrates ChatGPT directly into the browsing experience. Available now for macOS, the browser offers traditional features like tabs and bookmarks alongside AI functions such as a built‑in sidebar for summaries, in‑line writing assistance, and natural‑language commands. Atlas also includes optional memory to track past research and a beta agent mode that can perform limited tasks for users. The rollout arrives amid growing competition, with Google embedding Gemini in Chrome and Perplexity releasing its own AI browser, while OpenAI faces a copyright lawsuit from Ziff Davis. Read more →