OpenAI has launched its first AI-powered web browser, called ChatGPT Atlas, a move that puts the company in direct competition with Google’s Chrome.
The company describes it as a tool designed to make browsing smarter, more personal, and more interactive. According to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, ChatGPT Atlas is “a once-in-a-decade opportunity to rethink the browser.”

What is ChatGPT Atlas and How Does It Work?
ChatGPT Atlas transforms everyday web browsing into a more conversational experience. Each time users visit a website, an “Ask ChatGPT” button appears, opening a sidebar that allows them to interact directly with the content.

For instance, you can open a movie review and ask ChatGPT to summarize it, or browse a recipe and have the AI order the ingredients online. The browser can also help book flights, edit documents, and handle other routine tasks.

At first, Atlas will roll out globally for macOS only, with support for Windows, iOS, and Android coming soon. Advanced “AI agent” capabilities will be available only to ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers.
A New Battle in the Browser Wars
With this launch, OpenAI joins a growing list of companies trying to reinvent browsers. According to Bloomberg, earlier this year, Perplexity AI released Comet, an AI-driven browser that acts like a personal assistant.
Google has also continued expanding its own AI integration, adding AI-powered Gemini directly into Chrome. Gemini can summarize web pages and combine information across multiple tabs.
Google’s shares dropped nearly 5% following the news of ChatGPT Atlas launch.
OpenAI’s move signals a major shift in how we interact with the internet. Instead of typing and clicking, users can talk, ask, and delegate tasks, turning the browser into an active digital assistant.

