News Corp. signs deal with OpenAI to show news in ChatGPT
The owner of the Wall Street Journal joins the Financial Times and Politico in striking deals with the AI company. News Corp., the multinational news publisher controlled by the Murdoch family, announced Wednesday it will allow artificial intelligence company OpenAI to show its news content when people ask questions in ChatGPT, adding to the parade of news organizations signing content deals with the fast-growing AI company.
News Corp. and OpenAI did not share commercial terms of the deal, but the Wall Street Journal, which is owned by News Corp., reported that the deal “could be” worth more than $250 million over five years, which would include cash payments and credits for using OpenAI’s technology. It’s unclear exactly how News Corp.’s content would be presented on ChatGPT, but an OpenAI spokesperson said it would include links to the company’s news sites. A person familiar with the deal said the news content would only show up on OpenAI’s platforms after a delay.
News Corp.'s partnership with OpenAI signifies a significant step in the integration of AI technology in the news industry. The collaboration between these giants opens up new possibilities for how news content is consumed and delivered to the audience.
The deal between News Corp. and OpenAI has caught the attention of major news outlets like Time, CNN, and Fox. Discussions are underway for potential collaborations that could reshape the landscape of news distribution in the digital age.
This new venture opens doors for enhanced accessibility and engagement with news content, offering users a unique way to interact with and consume information powered by cutting-edge AI technology.
