ChatGPT Update with Model Context Protocol (MCPS)

Overview

• New Update: ChatGPT has released a new update integrating Model Context Protocol (MCPS).
• Availability: Available for team enterprise, EDU admins, and pro users.
• Features: Allows integration with PayPal, Gmail, Calendar, Google Drive, etc.

Demonstration

• Example: MCPS used for deep research on PayPal data, retrieving key financial stats and highlights.
• Functionality: Performs deep research, reading data from sources like Gmail.
• Output: Detailed research reports without needing a financial controller.

Setup Process

• Access: Requires team workspace or pro plan for custom MCPs.
• Steps:
  1. Go to settings and select "connectors."
  2. Plug in apps like Gmail, Calendar, PayPal.
  3. For custom MCPs, click "create" and input details (e.g., MCP server URL).
• Connectors: New option for integrating tools directly into ChatGPT.

Limitations

• Deep Research Requirement: MCPs like PayPal are only usable in deep research mode.
• Time-Consuming: Deep research can take 30-45 minutes to generate reports.
• Usability Challenges: Difficulties with non-native integrations (e.g., Zapia).

New Features

• Recording Phone Calls: ChatGPT Record Mode allows capturing and summarizing meetings on macOS desktop.
• Functionality: Transcripts, structured summaries, and action items up to 120 minutes per conversation.

Community and Resources

• AI Success Lab: Offers resources, setup instructions, and community support.
• AI Profit Boardroom: Community for AI learning, with coaching calls and automation support.

Conclusion

• Best Practice: Use native integrations for ease (e.g., Gmail, Calendar, PayPal).
• Community Support: Join communities like AI Success Lab for resources and support.
• Future Updates: Stay tuned for further improvements and comparisons with tools like Claude.