OpenAI Ventures Into Merchandise With a Branded ChatGPT Basketball

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OpenAI, known primarily for its AI software, has expanded into physical products this week. Among its new releases is a branded ChatGPT basketball, marking an unusual move for the AI company. The basketball is part of OpenAI's first foray into consumer hardware and merchandise. The launch has drawn attention and curiosity given how far it strays from the company's core AI technology focus.

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