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The new 'Finances in ChatGPT' preview lets Pro subscribers link accounts from over 12,000 institutions like Bank of America and Robinhood through secure Plaid connections. It shows dashboards of transactions, balances, and subscriptions, answering questions like 'Can I afford this purchase?' based on real data and user goals. OpenAI emphasizes read-only access with bank-grade encryption, though it warns it's not a licensed advisor. Reactions mix excitement from leaders like Greg Brockman with privacy concerns from experts like Rachel Tobac.

The company is cutting 14% of its 5,000 workers—around 700 people—due to crypto market struggles and AI's speed in boosting productivity, like engineers finishing weeks of work in days. Armstrong outlined a leaner structure with fewer managers, more hands-on leaders managing 15-plus reports, and AI-driven teams blending engineering, design, and product roles. Affected staff get generous severance, including at least 16 weeks of pay for U.S. employees, health coverage, and equity. Shares rose 3.75% after the news, as Coinbase aims to outrun rivals in the next crypto upswing.

Saw the price went down a bit considering getting one.

Just saw this stat again and it hit different today. What's keeping you here — or what's pushing you out?