Developers can now submit apps to ChatGPT

OpenAI has announced that developers worldwide can now submit their applications for review and potential publication in the ChatGPT platform, with approved apps set to appear in a new in-product directory designed for easy user discovery. This move comes as part of OpenAI's strategy to expand the ChatGPT ecosystem beyond its core functionality. The new submission process includes updated development tools, comprehensive guidelines, and the introduction of the Apps SDK, all aimed at helping developers build powerful chat-native experiences. These tools are specifically designed to enable applications that can perform real-world actions within the ChatGPT interface, potentially transforming the platform from a simple conversational AI into a more comprehensive digital assistant capable of executing tasks. This development marks a significant expansion of OpenAI's platform strategy, following similar moves by other major tech companies to create developer ecosystems around their AI products.