ChatGPT is now an actual chat app
OpenAI has recently rolled out an exciting new feature for ChatGPT users: group chats. This functionality allows users to invite up to 20 friends into a collaborative chat where they can engage with the AI together. The feature, which was initially tested with a select group of users, has now been made available to everyone, including those using the free version of ChatGPT. To access this feature, users simply need to tap the icon located in the top right corner of a chat window—whether new or existing—and generate an invite link to share with their friends. Before joining, participants will need to create a simple profile, and all group chats will be stored in a dedicated section of the sidebar for easy access.
The introduction of group chats not only enhances the collaborative potential of ChatGPT but also provides a unique opportunity for users to engage in discussions and debates with their peers, all while having the AI serve as a neutral arbiter. Imagine being able to settle friendly disputes over trivia or delve into complex topics with the backing of AI-generated insights. For example, if a group of friends is debating the finer points of a recent movie or the best strategies for a video game, ChatGPT can weigh in with facts, opinions, and suggestions, effectively asserting dominance on behalf of the user who initiated the chat. This feature is set to launch globally over the next few days, ensuring that a wider audience can benefit from this innovative addition to the ChatGPT experience.
As OpenAI continues to expand its offerings, it’s worth noting that the company is also facing legal challenges. Ziff Davis, the parent company of Mashable, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement related to the training and operation of its AI systems. This legal backdrop adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing evolution of AI technologies and their integration into everyday communication tools. As users embrace features like group chats, the conversation around AI’s role in our lives is likely to grow, highlighting both the benefits and the ethical considerations of using such advanced tools.
Finally, a way to prove to all your friends you’re right about a topic: Invite them all into a group chat with ChatGPT, then have the AI assert dominance on your behalf.
A few days ago, OpenAI
started testing group chats in ChatGPT
, allowing people to collaborate on projects with the help of ChatGPT.
The beta feature was apparently a success, as the company has now expanded it to all ChatGPT users, even those on the free tier – but only if they’re logged in.
Nothing seems to have changed since the initial test. It’s still limited to 20 people, and you can still access the feature by tapping on the icon in the top right corner of a new or existing chat; then you get an invite link which you can share with everyone. Users will have to create a simple profile before they participate, and group chats are stored in the separate part of the sidebar.
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If you don’t see the feature yet, you probably will soon. OpenAI says the group chats are launching globally “over the coming days.”
Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.
