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The speculated acquisition of Chrome by OpenAI would lead to profound changes in the Internet ecosystem. For users, a Chrome powered by OpenAI could offer a more integrated web experience—incorporating ChatGPT as an assistant and potentially replacing Google as the default search engine.
Possible monetization strategies could allow OpenAI to generate revenue through affiliate sales within the browser, collecting training data to continuously refine their models, and offering exclusive features for Chrome subscribers. This evolution raises critical questions regarding market dynamics and consumer privacy, echoing the monopoly concerns that currently plague Google's operations.