OpenAI may soon expand its business beyond artificial intelligence. According to recent testimony, the company could enter the browser space.
Nick Turley, Head of Product at ChatGPT, confirmed OpenAI’s interest in acquiring the Chrome browser. This move depends on the outcome of a major antitrust trial.
The U.S. Department of Justice wants significant changes in Google’s business structure. One proposal includes separating Chrome from its parent company, Alphabet.
If a judge orders the divestiture, OpenAI sees a strategic opportunity. It could step in and take control of Chrome.
Such a move would signal a major browser market disruption. OpenAI could redefine how browsers function and compete.
Meanwhile, not all tech leaders agree with the government’s approach. Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas shared strong concerns about the potential breakup.
He plans to testify in defense of Google at the ongoing trial in Washington. Srinivas believes that removing Chrome from Google could hurt innovation.
According to him, Google earned its dominance through quality execution and a commitment to open-source development.
He also praised Chromium, the engine powering both Edge and Perplexity’s Comet browser. For him, this open platform should continue under Google.
However, Srinivas did criticize Android’s restrictions. He urged more openness and better options for consumer choice.
For example, OEMs should have freedom to set default apps. They shouldn’t need Google’s permission for access to the Play Store.
In his view, greater freedom would promote innovation and help smaller players compete effectively.
Still, the core debate centers around Google’s market power. The trial’s outcome could trigger a massive browser market disruption.
If Chrome changes hands, OpenAI could lead the next era of web navigation.
Industry observers now wait to see if this trial sparks a true browser market disruption in the business world.
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