OpenAI has introduced the GPT Store, a marketplace for personalized AI applications, allowing creators to monetize their generative pre-trained transformer (GPT) models. The company plans to roll out the personalized AIs through the GPT Store, offering a way for users to discover and build GPTs customized for various tasks. OpenAI's monetization plans for GPT involve launching a GPT builder revenue program in Q1 2024, where creators in the U.S. will be paid based on user engagement with their GPTs. The GPT Store, initially available to users on paid ChatGPT plans, features sections such as top picks, Dall-E, writing, productivity, research and analysis, programming, education, and lifestyle.


Key Points:

  • GPT Store Launch: OpenAI has launched the GPT Store, a marketplace for personalized AI applications, enabling creators to monetize their GPT models.

  • Monetization Plans: OpenAI plans to introduce a GPT builder revenue program in Q1 2024, where U.S. builders will be paid based on user engagement with their GPTs.

  • Store Sections: The GPT Store is organized into eight sections, including top picks, Dall-E (image creation), writing, productivity, research and analysis, programming, education, and lifestyle.

  • User Engagement: Creators on the GPT Store will be able to offer personalized AI models for various tasks, and their earnings will be tied to user engagement with these models.

  • ChatGPT Plus: The GPT Store will initially be available to users on paid ChatGPT plans, extending the monetization opportunities for creators using ChatGPT.

  • Delayed Launch: OpenAI postponed the GPT Store launch in December, citing improvements to GPTs based on feedback. The delay coincided with the temporary removal and subsequent reinstatement of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.

  • ChatGPT Team: OpenAI also announced the launch of ChatGPT Team, a paid version for companies priced at $25 to $30 per user per month, ensuring private usage at work.

Conclusion: OpenAI's GPT Store introduces a marketplace for creators to monetize their personalized AI applications, providing opportunities for users to discover and engage with tailored generative pre-trained transformer (GPT) models. The launch of the GPT Store aligns with OpenAI's broader efforts to enhance and commercialize AI applications, with plans for a GPT builder revenue program in the near future.


(AMAKA NWAOKOCHA, COINTELEGRAPH, 2023)