OpenAI has recently launched an AI-powered search engine, ChatGPT search, which is anticipated to compete strongly with established players like Google and Bing.

Market analysts believe that this new search engine could challenge Google's dominance, especially since it is now available for free without requiring an account.

Previously, this search engine was part of OpenAI's paid subscription service, ChatGPT Plus, which cost $20 per month.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has reported a significant increase in his personal usage of ChatGPT, stating that he no longer frequently uses Google for searches.

Altman describes ChatGPT as an 'oracular system' that effectively meets his information needs, thereby reducing his reliance on other services.

He emphasizes the potential for significant progress in AI, claiming that improvements in algorithms and training data will lead to major advancements over the next two years.

Looking ahead, Altman predicts that the progress from February 2025 to February 2027 will surpass the advancements made in the previous two-year period.

His previous predictions included the idea that achieving superintelligence could result in a tenfold increase in scientific breakthroughs, making each year as impactful as a decade.

While some reports suggest that scaling laws may hinder AI progression due to a shortage of high-quality training content, Altman asserts that there is no such barrier.