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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Atlas, an AI Browser for macOS With Agent Preview

The release makes ChatGPT a persistent companion in the browser, signaling a direct bid to displace Chrome’s central role.

Overview

  • Atlas is available globally on macOS today, with versions for Windows, iOS and Android promised soon.
  • ChatGPT is embedded throughout the interface, including a split‑screen companion view, a sidebar for page-aware help, summarization tools and a “cursor chat” feature for inline edits.
  • Agent Mode can complete multi‑step tasks like booking, form‑filling and purchases inside tabs, launching as a preview for Plus, Pro and Business users with approvals and safety limits.
  • OpenAI says browsing content will not train future models by default, and optional browser memories can be viewed, managed or disabled by users.
  • Built on Chromium, the debut escalated the AI browser contest and prompted a market reaction, with Alphabet shares falling about 3% after the announcement.