ChatGPT Designated "Very Large Online Search Engine" in EU
Search Engine Journal2h ago·1 min readSEO & Search
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OpenAI has reported that ChatGPT serves approximately 159.1 million average monthly users in the EU, leading to its classification as a "very large online search engine" under the EU's Digital Services Act. This designation subjects ChatGPT to new regulatory requirements and oversight within the European Union.
⚡ Marketer Insight
ChatGPT's new "very large online search engine" status in the EU signals a significant regulatory shift for AI-powered platforms. Marketers must now consider how these evolving legal frameworks will impact AI's role in search and content distribution.
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