ChatGPT is introducing “Your Year with ChatGPT,” an annual review feature similar to Spotify Wrapped. Available to users in select English-speaking markets, it offers personalized insights and awards based on user interactions throughout the year. The feature is accessible via the app's home screen or by directly asking ChatGPT for it.

OpenAI has released GPT-5.1, an upgrade that enhances ChatGPT's conversational abilities. It features two variants, Instant and Thinking, which improve response quality and reasoning. Users also gain new personalization controls to adjust tone and style.

OpenAI is updating ChatGPT's temporary chat feature to retain user personalization while keeping the chat sessions separate from account history. Users can now benefit from their preferences in these chats, which remain temporary and do not influence the main account. OpenAI may keep a copy of the chats for up to 30 days for safety reasons.

OpenAI is rolling out an update to ChatGPT that allows it to reference all past conversations, enhancing the platform's ability to provide personalized responses. While this feature aims to improve user experience, it has raised privacy concerns among users who fear being constantly "listened to" by the AI.

ChatGPT is set to enhance its capabilities by utilizing memory to provide personalized web search experiences for users. This new feature aims to tailor search results based on individual user preferences and past interactions, improving the overall relevance of information retrieved. The rollout is expected to significantly impact how users interact with web searches.

ChatGPT Pulse is a new feature that enables ChatGPT to proactively conduct research and provide personalized updates to users based on their interactions and connected applications. It synthesizes information nightly to deliver focused insights that help users achieve their goals without the need for constant questioning.