The Browser Company launches AI-first browser Dia in beta
The Browser Company
has released its AI-powered web browser
Dia
in beta, marking a dramatic shift from traditional browsing toward
artificial intelligence integration
. The new browser positions AI as its core feature, allowing users to interact with an intelligent assistant directly through the address bar without visiting separate AI platforms like ChatGPT or Claude.
Dia's standout capability lies in its seamless integration of AI functionality into everyday browsing tasks. Users can query information across all open tabs, generate drafts based on tab content, and receive web summaries through a built-in chatbot. The browser's address bar serves triple duty, handling website navigation, search queries, and AI interactions automatically based on user input.
The launch comes after The Browser Company discontinued development of
Arc
browser last year, acknowledging that while Arc gained enthusiast popularity, its steep learning curve prevented mass adoption. CEO Josh Miller recognized that users increasingly rely on AI tools for various tasks, prompting the company to reimagine browsing entirely around artificial intelligence.
Built on Google's open-source Chromium project, Dia maintains familiar browser functionality while adding advanced AI features. The "History" feature allows the AI to reference seven days of browsing data for contextual responses, while "Skills" enables users to create code snippets for customized shortcuts and layouts.
Although AI integration in browsers isn't entirely new, Opera and Google Chrome offer similar features, Dia distinguishes itself by making artificial intelligence the central experience rather than an add-on feature.
Current Arc users receive immediate access to Dia beta, with invitation privileges for other users. Interested users can join the waiting list through The Browser Company's website as the company prepares for broader public release.
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