OpenAI responds toArrival of DeepSeek launch of “Deep research” a new feature of ChatGPT designed for revolutionize online search. This tool is capable of completing a job in minutes that would take a human hours to do.
Deep research è a real AI agent, capable of using reasoning to synthesize large amounts of online information and perform complex multi-stage searches. In practice, operates similarly to a research analyst, analyzing sources, interpreting data and producing detailed reports.
The system is for now available in the US for Pro users with a limit of 100 queries per month, but OpenAI has already announced that these limits will soon be expanded.
What is Deep Research and How Does It Work?
“Designed for those who need quick but comprehensive insights,” is how OpenAI describes Deep research using a optimized version of the OpenAI o3 model, released last December.
The platform allows users to provide an initial prompt and get an analysis based on hundreds of sources, including text, images and PDF documents. process can take from 5 to 30 minutes and ensures a structured summary of the most relevant information. The user can start a search by selecting thededicated option in ChatGPT and entering your request, with the option to attach documents or spreadsheets to provide more specific context.
An intuitive interface allows you to monitor the progress of the analysis, with a sidebar showing the steps taken and the sources consulted.
OpenAI plans to integrate additional features, including graphical elements and advanced visualizations to make data easier to understand.
What is Deep Research for?
The system was developed for support those who need in-depth and verified information in different sectors. In the financial sector, the tool can be used for market analysis and investment evaluations, while in the field of scientific and technological research it supports the preparation of academic studies and the development of innovative projects. In the public policy sector, the system proves useful for regulatory analysis and the evaluation of regulatory impacts. Engineers and professionals can also exploit Deep research to examine patents, materials and advanced technical solutions.
Artificial intelligence can even assist consumers in purchasing decisions, allowing you to compare products and identify the most advantageous options.
One of the main features of the system is the ability to identify niche information, often difficult to find with a simple manual search. By analyzing a wide variety of sources and synthesizing them into a structured report, Deep research saves time and increases the effectiveness of the research process.
Deep research: performance and limitations
OpenAI has Deep research tested on different benchmarks, achieving promising results. In the test Humanity's Last Exam, the model has surpassed previous versions in accuracy and reliability, especially in disciplines such as chemistry, humanities and mathematics.
However, there is no shortage critical issues: the system may generate incorrect information or draw inaccurate conclusions, although with a lower frequency than in the past. Furthermore, the Assessing the reliability of sources remains an open challenge, with the risk that less authoritative content will be considered on par with verified content.
Another limitation concerns the clarity in indicating the degree of certainty of the information provided. In some cases, you may interpret these statements as definitive and require further verification.
Sam Altman's company is working to improve response calibration, reduce errors, and refine report formatting.
Deep Research: Future Developments
Currently, Deep Research is accessible only in the US for Pro usersa limit of one hundred searches per month. OpenAI has announced that in the coming months the service will be extended to Plus, Team and Enterprise users, with progressive expansion also in the United Kingdom, Switzerland and the European Economic Area.
The company is also working on a lighter and faster version, designed to expand the user base without compromising the quality of the analysis. Among the new features in development, there is also integration with paid databases and specialized resources, as well as compatibility with mobile and desktop devices.
OpenAI's long-term goal is to Making Deep Research More and More Autonomous, combining it with advanced tools to automate complex searches and analyses.
The transformation of the way we access and analyze information is in full swing, and tools like Deep Research are the bridge that connects the present to the future, where man and artificial intelligence intertwine like threads of a fabric, together expanding the frontiers of knowledge.
