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Opera makes Aria AI available without log-in

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Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] has announced that its built-in browser AI, Aria, is now available to all desktop and gaming users, as well as Opera for Android beta users, without requiring a log-in. This change aims to make Aria's features, including Image Generation, Image Understanding, and Page Context mode, more accessible to Opera's wide audience.

Aria utilizes Opera's AI Composer engine, which selects the most suitable model (GPT or Gemini) for user queries. Opera has also invested in a green-energy-powered AI data cluster in Iceland, rated among the world's top 100 supercomputers, to support its AI projects in a cost-effective and sustainable manner.

The company's 'AI Feature Drops' program has allowed for experimentation with cutting-edge AI functionalities, some of which have been integrated into the main version of Opera One. Aria will soon be available without an account on Opera for Android and Opera for iOS, expanding its accessibility across all platforms.

Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] ha annunciato che il suo browser incorporato AI, Aria, è ora disponibile per tutti gli utenti desktop e di giochi, così come per gli utenti beta di Opera per Android, senza richiedere un accesso. Questo cambiamento mira a rendere le funzionalità di Aria, tra cui Generazione di Immagini, Comprensione di Immagini e modalità Contestuale della Pagina, più accessibili al vasto pubblico di Opera.

Aria utilizza il motore AI Composer di Opera, che seleziona il modello più adatto (GPT o Gemini) per le query degli utenti. Opera ha anche investito in un cluster di dati AI alimentato da energia verde in Islanda, classificato tra i 100 supercomputer più potenti del mondo, per supportare i suoi progetti AI in modo economico e sostenibile.

Il programma 'AI Feature Drops' dell'azienda ha consentito la sperimentazione di funzionalità AI all'avanguardia, alcune delle quali sono state integrate nella versione principale di Opera One. Aria sarà presto disponibile senza un account su Opera per Android e Opera per iOS, ampliando la sua accessibilità su tutte le piattaforme.

Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] ha anunciado que su navegador incorporado de IA, Aria, ya está disponible para todos los usuarios de escritorio y de juegos, así como para los usuarios beta de Opera para Android, sin necesidad de iniciar sesión. Este cambio tiene como objetivo hacer que las funciones de Aria, incluyendo Generación de Imágenes, Comprensión de Imágenes y modo Contexto de Página, sean más accesibles para la amplia audiencia de Opera.

Aria utiliza el motor AI Composer de Opera, que selecciona el modelo más adecuado (GPT o Gemini) para las consultas de los usuarios. Opera también ha invertido en un cluster de datos de IA impulsado por energía verde en Islandia, clasificado entre los 100 supercomputadores más potentes del mundo, para apoyar sus proyectos de IA de manera rentable y sostenible.

El programa 'AI Feature Drops' de la compañía ha permitido experimentación con funcionalidades de IA de vanguardia, algunas de las cuales se han integrado en la versión principal de Opera One. Aria estará pronto disponible sin una cuenta en Opera para Android y Opera para iOS, ampliando su accesibilidad en todas las plataformas.

오페라 [NASDAQ: OPRA]는 자사의 내장 AI 브라우저인 아리아가 모든 데스크탑 및 게임 사용자와 오페라 안드로이드 베타 사용자에게 로그인 없이 제공된다고 발표했습니다. 이 변화는 이미지 생성, 이미지 이해 및 페이지 컨텍스트 모드와 같은 아리아의 기능을 오페라의 광범위한 청중이 더 쉽게 접근할 수 있도록 하기 위한 것입니다.

아리아는 사용자 쿼리에 가장 적합한 모델(GPT 또는 제미니)을 선택하는 오페라의 AI 컴포저 엔진을 사용합니다. 오페라는 또한 아이슬란드에 있는 친환경 에너지로 운영되는 AI 데이터 클러스터에 투자했으며, 이는 세계에서 가장 강력한 100대 슈퍼컴퓨터 중 하나로 평가됩니다. 이를 통해 비용 효율적이고 지속 가능한 방식으로 AI 프로젝트를 지원하고 있습니다.

회사의 'AI 기능 드롭' 프로그램은 최첨단 AI 기능을 실험할 수 있게 하였고, 그 중 일부는 오페라 원의 주요 버전에 통합되었습니다. 아리아는 곧 오페라 안드로이드 및 오페라 iOS에서 계정 없이 사용할 수 있게 되어 모든 플랫폼에서의 접근성이 확장될 것입니다.

Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] a annoncé que son navigateur AI intégré, Aria, est désormais disponible pour tous les utilisateurs de bureau et de jeux, ainsi que pour les utilisateurs bêta d'Opera pour Android, sans nécessiter de connexion. Ce changement vise à rendre les fonctionnalités d'Aria, y compris la Génération d'Images, la Compréhension d'Images et le mode Contexte de Page, plus accessibles au large public d'Opera.

Aria utilise le moteur AI Composer d'Opera, qui sélectionne le modèle le plus approprié (GPT ou Gemini) pour les requêtes des utilisateurs. Opera a également investi dans un cluster de données AI alimenté par une énergie verte en Islande, classé parmi les 100 superordinateurs les plus puissants du monde, pour soutenir ses projets d'IA de manière économique et durable.

Le programme 'AI Feature Drops' de l'entreprise a permis l'expérimentation de fonctionnalités d'IA à la pointe de la technologie, dont certaines ont été intégrées dans la version principale d'Opera One. Aria sera bientôt disponible sans compte sur Opera pour Android et Opera pour iOS, élargissant ainsi son accessibilité sur toutes les plateformes.

Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA] hat angekündigt, dass der integrierte Browser-AI, Aria, jetzt für alle Desktop- und Gaming-Nutzer sowie für Beta-Nutzer von Opera für Android ohne Anmeldung verfügbar ist. Diese Änderung zielt darauf ab, Arias Funktionen, darunter Bildgenerierung, Bildverständnis und Seitenkontextmodus, für die breite Öffentlichkeit von Opera zugänglicher zu machen.

Aria nutzt den AI Composer-Engine von Opera, der das am besten geeignete Modell (GPT oder Gemini) für Benutzeranfragen auswählt. Opera hat auch in ein mit grüner Energie betriebenes AI-Datencluster in Island investiert, das zu den 100 leistungsstärksten Supercomputern der Welt zählt, um seine AI-Projekte kostengünstig und nachhaltig zu unterstützen.

Das 'AI Feature Drops'-Programm des Unternehmens hat Experimentieren mit modernen AI-Funktionalitäten ermöglicht, von denen einige in die Hauptversion von Opera One integriert wurden. Aria wird bald ohne ein Konto auf Opera für Android und Opera für iOS verfügbar sein, wodurch die Zugänglichkeit auf allen Plattformen erweitert wird.

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  • Expansion of Aria AI availability to all desktop and gaming users without login requirement
  • Integration of advanced AI features like Image Generation and Page Context mode into main Opera One version
  • Investment in a green-energy-powered AI data cluster in Iceland for cost-effective and sustainable AI operations
  • Planned expansion of Aria availability to Opera for Android and iOS platforms
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Opera's decision to make Aria AI available without login is a strategic move to increase user adoption and engagement. By removing barriers to access, Opera aims to expand its AI-powered features to a broader audience, potentially boosting user retention and attracting new users. This aligns with the industry trend of integrating AI into everyday tools.

The expansion of Aria across Opera's product line, including Opera One, Opera GX and mobile platforms, demonstrates a commitment to AI as a core feature. This could help Opera differentiate itself in the competitive browser market, particularly against giants like Chrome and Firefox.

Opera's investment in a green-energy AI data cluster in Iceland is noteworthy. It not only supports their AI initiatives but also aligns with growing environmental concerns, potentially appealing to eco-conscious users and investors. However, the impact on Opera's financials and market position will depend on user adoption rates and the effectiveness of Aria in enhancing the browsing experience.

Opera's move to make Aria AI freely accessible without login is a calculated strategy to expand its user base and increase market share. This could lead to:

  • Increased daily active users (DAU) and monthly active users (MAU), key metrics for tech companies
  • Potential boost in ad revenue if more users engage with the browser
  • Enhanced competitiveness against major players like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge

The company's focus on AI integration, evidenced by the "AI Feature Drops" program, positions Opera as an innovator in the browser space. This could attract tech-savvy users and potentially lead to partnerships with AI-focused companies.

While the immediate financial impact may be , the long-term strategy could pay off if Opera successfully leverages AI to create a unique value proposition. Investors should monitor user adoption rates and any changes in Opera's market share following this rollout.

OSLO, Norway, Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Opera [NASDAQ: OPRA], the innovative browser company from Norway, is announcing that its built-in browser AI – Aria – is now available to all desktop and gaming users, as well as users of Opera for Android in beta, without the log-in requirement. Previously, users needed to sign in to their Opera account to access Aria's features. This change lowers the threshold for Opera's wide audience to experience Aria's full potential, including Image Generation, Image Understanding, Page Context mode, and more.

"We believe that AI should be available to everyone, and this change makes it easier for users to experience the benefits of Aria," said Krystian Kolondra, EVP Browsers and Gaming at Opera.

Aria is now available without an account in Opera One, Opera GX, and Opera for Android Beta. In the next few weeks it will become available in Opera for Android and Opera for iOS – making Aria's capabilities easier to access on every platform.

Bringing innovative AI features to the browser

Since the introduction of Aria in 2023, Opera has been working on improving its browser AI capabilities. The company quickly realized that LLMs have great potential to help people in their daily browsing activities and created the "AI Feature Drops" program to test cutting edge AI functionalities in the Developer version of Opera.

AI Feature Drops allow Opera to experiment with features, including the ability to download and use Local LLMs directly in the browser and a Writing Mode to help users enhance their writing. Some of these features, including Image Generation, Image Understanding, Page Context mode, and Links to sources, have since been integrated into the main version of Opera One and are now available for everyone to use.

Aria utilizes Opera's AI Composer engine, which selects the most suitable model (GPT or Gemini) to handle users' queries. The company also invested in a green-energy-powered AI data cluster in Iceland, rated one of the world's top 100 supercomputers, to support our AI-focused projects. This infrastructure allows Opera to provide its user base with the latest AI advancements in a cost effective and sustainable way.

To download Opera One head to this link, and to download Opera GX use this one. To download Opera for Android Beta and use Aria without an account on the go, click here.

About Opera

Opera is a user-centric and innovative software company focused on enabling the best possible internet browsing experience across all devices. Hundreds of millions use Opera web browsers for their unique and secure features on mobile phones and desktop computers. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Opera is a public company listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol OPRA. Download the Opera web browsers and access other Opera products from opera.com. Learn more about Opera at investor.opera.com.

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FAQ

What new feature has Opera [OPRA] announced for its Aria AI?

Opera has announced that its built-in browser AI, Aria, is now available to all desktop and gaming users, as well as Opera for Android beta users, without requiring a log-in.

What AI features does Opera's [OPRA] Aria offer?

Aria offers features such as Image Generation, Image Understanding, Page Context mode, and Links to sources, among others.

How does Opera [OPRA] support its AI projects?

Opera has invested in a green-energy-powered AI data cluster in Iceland, rated among the world's top 100 supercomputers, to support its AI projects in a cost-effective and sustainable manner.

When will Aria be available without an account on Opera for Android and iOS?

According to the announcement, Aria will become available without an account on Opera for Android and Opera for iOS in the next few weeks.

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