AI & Enterprise

OpenAI ChatGPT ad pilot brings mixed reactions

OpenAI’s pilot of advertising on ChatGPT has drawn industry attention, but frustration is growing over a slower-than-expected rollout, CNBC reported. Some brands and agencies say tests are being run too conservatively, leaving budgets underspent. OpenAI said it is intentionally moving slowly while it improves user experience before expanding. Ad exposure on ChatGPT rose sharply by mid-March, Sensor Tower data showed.

Crypto

U.S. Congress reaches deal on stablecoin interest issue, boosting crypto legislation

A dispute over stablecoin yields that had blocked U.S. cryptocurrency legislation is showing signs of being resolved. The Block reported that Senators Angela Alsobrooks and Thom Tillis and the White House reached a principle agreement on how to handle stablecoin returns. The deal keeps a ban on direct interest payments to holders while likely allowing third-party platforms such as Coinbase to offer rewards. Ethical and illicit finance issues remain.