OpenAI is Finally Launching the GPT Store: After several postponements, OpenAI is set to launch its highly anticipated GPT Store next week, as announced in emails sent to GPT Builders. OpenAI urges users to make their custom GPTs public to be featured on the GPT Store, which will offer a platform for monetization, although specific details remain undisclosed.

Originally unveiled at the November 2023 OpenAI developer conference, the GPT Store faced setbacks due to DDoS attacks shortly after the event, leading to further delays. During this tumultuous period, the OpenAI board made the unexpected decision to terminate and subsequently rehire Sam Altman as the CEO.

With a return to stability in December, OpenAI confirmed a delayed release of the GPT Store, pushing the launch into early 2024. As January arrives, OpenAI is now poised to introduce the GPT Store, enabling users to construct personalized versions of ChatGPT with additional knowledge, skills, and instructions tailored for specific purposes.

These custom GPTs, distinct from AI agents that perform actions, are designed to meet particular conversational needs. As users gain popularity and engagement on the GPT Store, OpenAI plans to compensate creators. Ensuring discoverability is crucial, prompting creators to make their GPTs public rather than relying solely on link sharing. For those unfamiliar with GPTs, OpenAI provides tutorials to guide users in creating their personalized ChatGPT bots.