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OpenAI Tests Ads in ChatGPT While Google Confirms No Ads in Gemini

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OpenAI has begun testing ads in ChatGPT for free and Go subscription users in the U.S., aiming to reduce usage limits while keeping access free. Google, however, has confirmed that its AI model Gemini will not have ads, at least for now. This decision contrasts with OpenAI's approach, which seeks to monetize its free and lower-tier services without altering the core functionality of its AI responses. Google's decision to avoid ads in Gemini aligns with its strategy to differentiate its AI offerings, while OpenAI's move reflects a broader trend in the AI industry to explore new revenue streams.

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  1. 21.01.2026 02:00 1 articles · 23h ago

    OpenAI Tests Ads in ChatGPT, Google Confirms No Ads in Gemini

    OpenAI has started testing ads in ChatGPT for free and Go subscription users in the U.S., aiming to reduce usage limits while keeping access free. Google, however, has confirmed that its AI model Gemini will not have ads, at least for now. This decision contrasts with OpenAI's approach, which seeks to monetize its free and lower-tier services without altering the core functionality of its AI responses. Google's decision to avoid ads in Gemini aligns with its strategy to differentiate its AI offerings, while OpenAI's move reflects a broader trend in the AI industry to explore new revenue streams.

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