Rakuten Viber has announced a partnership with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT directly into its messaging platform, enabling users in the Philippines to access artificial intelligence-powered features without leaving the Viber app. This integration allows users to interact with ChatGPT for tasks such as drafting messages, answering questions, and generating content within chats.
The feature is part of Viber's broader strategy to enhance user experience with AI tools, following similar integrations by other messaging apps. According to Viber, the ChatGPT integration is available for both iOS and Android users in the Philippines, with plans to expand to other regions.
Users can access ChatGPT by tapping a dedicated icon within the app, which opens a chat interface powered by OpenAI's language model. The service is free to use, though standard data charges may apply. Viber emphasized that user privacy is protected, with conversations encrypted and not used to train AI models.
This move reflects the growing trend of integrating AI assistants into everyday communication tools, making advanced technology more accessible to a wider audience. The Philippines is one of the first markets to receive this feature, highlighting the country's high mobile engagement and demand for AI services.
