OpenAI has announced a delay in the launch of its AI app store, the GPT Store, originally scheduled for this year. Instead, it will now debut in early 2024, with the delay likely linked to a leadership shakeup in November following the initial announcement. The company sent a memo to users and developers, citing unexpected factors as the reason for the postponement. The memo also outlined upcoming improvements to the GPT Store, including a better configuration interface and debug messages.

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The initial announcement of the store during OpenAI's Dev Day conference had raised questions about its specifics, such as pricing and developer compensation. With a loosely defined launch plan and the recent leadership changes, the delay doesn't come as a surprise. While GPTs can still be created and shared privately, they won't be publicly listed or participate in revenue-sharing schemes until the store's formal launch.