OpenAI Launches Group Chats Feature in ChatGPT

OpenAI has announced the rollout of group chats in ChatGPT to all logged-in users on various plans globally. According to Engadget, after a successful testing phase in regions like Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and Taiwan, users can now invite up to 20 participants to join a chat, whether they have an existing ChatGPT account or create one via an invite link.

This feature allows users to collaborate in prompting ChatGPT and reacting to each other's messages. However, the functionalities of these group chats are intentionally limited. Importantly, OpenAI states that the content of these group chats will not be stored in ChatGPT's memory, addressing privacy concerns.

Users have control over their group chat experience, as any participant can be removed by others, except for the creator. This move follows OpenAI's exploration of social features, including its Sora app, which competes with platforms like TikTok.

While group chats in ChatGPT may not replace traditional messaging apps, they do offer a unique AI-driven communication experience, similar to messaging innovations seen in Meta's platforms. As OpenAI continues to expand its social features, questions surrounding data privacy and user management in AI-driven platforms become more prominent, highlighting the need for stringent privacy regulations in digital communication.