OpenAI plans to introduce contextual ads into ChatGPT's free and $8/month Go tiers starting in 2026, aiming to generate billions in revenue by 2029 while funding AI development. Ads will be non-intrusive, privacy-focused, and not influence responses, with premium plans remaining ad-free. This strategy targets global expansion, especially in Asia.
Google is retiring its Content API for Shopping in August 2026, requiring merchants to migrate to the Merchant API to prevent disruptions in product listings, ad delivery, and inventory management. This shift poses technical challenges and revenue risks for e-commerce businesses, urging early adaptation for resilience in Google's evolving ecosystem.
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