OpenAI has unveiled a new feature in ChatGPT called “Deep Research,” which will help users conduct in-depth research.
According to TechCrunch, the new feature, launched on Sunday, will assist ChatGPT users in performing detailed research.
The tech giant shared in a blog post that this feature is specifically designed for “people who do intensive knowledge work in areas like finance, science, policy, and engineering and need thorough, precise, and reliable research.”
In addition, the new feature will also assist in making big purchases, such as appliances and cars, that require some prior study or knowledge.
According to OpenAI, the deep research feature will be available to ChatGPT Pro users, with a limit of 100 queries per month.
How to use deep research:
A user will have to select “deep research” in ChatGPT before entering their topic or question, with an option to attach files.
The feature is only available on the web, with mobile and desktop app integration rolling out later this month.
Deep research could take five to 30 minutes, and users will receive a notification once the search is completed.
The results of the search are text-only, with other “analytic” options like embedded images and data visualization coming in the near future.
Like any new update, deep research also has its limitations, such as struggling to differentiate between rumours and authoritative information, and formatting errors in citations and reports.
OpenAI’s Collaboration with SoftBank:
This new update comes right before OpenAI and Japanese tech giant SoftBank Group stepped up their AI partnership on Monday, setting up a private company called SB OpenAI Japan.
Sam Altman, the founder of OpenAI, said during the joint event held in Tokyo that deep research will soon be available for Japanese users in the Japanese language.
The project is supported by President Donald Trump to help bring “transformative AI to some of the world’s most influential companies.”
