OpenAI Launches 'Deep Research' Tool, Expands Access Across Platforms

OpenAI has launched a new feature called 'Deep Research' that enhances ChatGPT's capabilities to perform in-depth, multi-step research autonomously. This tool can generate structured reports on various topics in a matter of minutes, aiming to assist professionals in fields such as finance, policy, and engineering. While it boasts an impressive performance score of 26.6% on a challenging AI benchmark, experts caution that it can still produce inaccuracies and 'hallucinate' information. The announcement has positively impacted cryptocurrency markets, particularly AI-related tokens, reflecting investor sentiment towards AI developments. Despite its potential, there are concerns about the feasibility of replacing human experts and the implications for knowledge work. Deep Research is currently available to Pro subscribers, with plans for broader access in the future.