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OpenAI has launched visual advertisements that display after users generate images through its platform, initially rolling out to U.S. users. The ads appear as a new monetization channel alongside the company's existing subscription offerings and access.
This move reflects OpenAI's broader strategy to generate revenue beyond its ChatGPT Plus subscription tier. The placement targets a high-engagement moment when users have just completed an image generation task, making it a premium advertising real estate within the platform.
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