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ChatGPT launches verified Business Agents for e-commerce
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Why it matters
- →Brands can now deploy autonomous agents to handle product inquiries and comparison shopping directly within ChatGPT.
- →OpenAI is formalizing a verification system via Business Hub to ensure agent authenticity and separate branded chats from general usage.
- →This shifts ChatGPT from an informational tool to an active commerce and customer service platform.
OpenAI is launching 'Business Agents' in beta, allowing verified e-commerce and online service companies in the US to deploy AI representatives within ChatGPT. These agents enable users to ask specific questions about offerings and compare products, with interactions clearly labeled and managed through a new Business Hub for insights. The move integrates brand-specific context directly into conversational responses, aiming to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions while giving businesses a direct channel for customer engagement.
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