California (Web Desk): OpenAI is transforming ChatGPT into a conversational app store by integrating various third-party apps such as Booking.com, Canva, Expedia, and Spotify directly within the chatbot. This means users can perform tasks like creating Spotify playlists or booking tours via Booking.com without clicking external links, all within the ChatGPT interface.
Users can add apps to their chat based on the task at hand, making ChatGPT a versatile tool for multiple services. This feature is now available for ChatGPT users, except in the European Union, where it won't be accessible yet.
OpenAI plans to increase the number of third-party partners and support developers in building their own apps in the coming months. However, details on how app developers will monetize these integrations remain unclear.
Whenever a user activates a new app within ChatGPT, the AI will request permission and inform users about the data shared, and connecting the app account may also be necessary.