OpenAI has launched a search feature within ChatGPT, named SearchGPT, enhancing its competition with Google and Microsoft. This feature provides real-time information on sports, stocks, news, and weather, utilizing partnerships with various news and data providers. The rollout, which began with ChatGPT Plus and Team users, allows for a more conversational search experience, with plans for further improvements in shopping and travel. OpenAI's valuation has reached $157 billion, despite anticipated losses of $5 billion against $3.7 billion in revenue this year.