Opera Unveils Its Neon Browser With Built-In AI Capabilities: But Retail’s Skeptical

Opera (OPRA), the Norwegian tech firm best known for its web browsers, has unveiled a new entry into the AI-driven browsing era: Opera Neon. 

Opera described Neon as more than a standard web browser, positioning it as an intelligent assistant capable of understanding user goals, handling intricate tasks, and turning concepts into reality.

Opera Neon includes an integrated AI assistant that engages with users in real-time, enabling web searches, delivering in-depth contextual responses, and simplifying access to key browser functions. 

By embedding these capabilities, users can accomplish tasks without needing separate AI platforms.

Among the premium subscription's key features is its “Browser Operator,” which empowers users to automate everyday online actions like form submissions, travel reservations, and e-commerce tasks. 

It interprets webpage content and executes tasks directly within the browser, keeping user data secure and private by avoiding external processing.

Opera Neon extends its capabilities beyond simple responses. Users can request it to create full websites, develop games, or produce original code.

“We’re at a point where AI can fundamentally change the way we use the internet and perform all sorts of tasks in the browser. Opera Neon brings this to our users’ fingertips,” said Senior AI Product Director at Opera, Henrik Lexow.

These tasks are managed by AI agents operating in cloud-hosted virtual machines, which continue their work even after the user logs off, enabling uninterrupted multitasking and project creation directly through the browser.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around Opera remained in ‘bearish’ territory.

A Stocktwits user expressed skepticism about the subscription charge for the browser.

Opera stock has lost over 4% year-to-date and added over 23% in the last 12 months.

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