OpenAI's new browser is a surface for the company to distribute ChatGPT and develop new AI features rather than improving core web experience.

OpenAI has officially entered the browser wars. On Tuesday, the company announced Atlas, a new web browser with ChatGPT integration. At the moment, it's Mac-only, but I wouldn't recommend even my Apple friends jumping on board immediately—at least not without understanding the underlying risks.

The browser lets users access the chatbot alongside webpages in order to research, summarize and complete tasks without switching tabs.