OpenAI Acquires Chat.com for Over $15M in Strategic Move

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OpenAI has acquired the domain "chat.com," previously owned by HubSpot cofounder Dharmesh Shah, to enhance its global reach and consumer product positioning. The domain now redirects to ChatGPT, signaling a strategic branding shift towards a broader audience. Experts suggest this move could make "Chat" as recognizable as "Google it," simplifying user access and potentially increasing consumer adoption of AI technology.
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