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A Chronological Overview of ChatGPT’s Evolution and Key Developments

Since its debut in November 2022, OpenAI’s AI chatbot, ChatGPT, designed for generating text, has achieved global prominence. What began as a tool to enhance productivity through creating essays and code with simple text prompts has grown into a significant platform boasting 300 million active users weekly.

OpenAI had a momentous year in 2024, marked by its collaboration with Apple on the generative AI solution, Apple Intelligence, the introduction of GPT-4o with voice features, and the eagerly awaited release of its text-to-video model, Sora.

OpenAI also navigated considerable internal challenges, including the notable departures of senior executives such as co-founder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever and CTO Mira Murati. Furthermore, OpenAI faced lawsuits from newspapers owned by Alden Global Capital over alleged copyright infringement, and an injunction from Elon Musk seeking to prevent OpenAI’s shift to a for-profit entity.

In 2025, OpenAI is contending with perceptions that it’s losing ground in the AI race to Chinese competitors like DeepSeek. The company has been working to strengthen its ties with Washington while simultaneously advancing an ambitious data center project, and as it reportedly prepares for one of history’s largest funding rounds.

Below, you will find a chronological list of ChatGPT product updates and releases, ordered from most recent, which we have continuously updated throughout the year. For additional questions, please consult our ChatGPT FAQ here.

To view a list of 2024 updates, click here.

Timeline of the Most Recent ChatGPT Updates

November 2025

OpenAI Launches AI Shopping Assistant

OpenAI introduced a new AI shopping feature within ChatGPT just before the busiest holiday shopping season. This feature helps users research potential purchases by describing desired characteristics or uploading photos to find similar products at varying price points. OpenAI isn’t alone in this endeavor, as Perplexity and numerous other startups are also active in the e-commerce sector.

OpenAI Contests Allegations Connecting ChatGPT to Teen’s Death

Following a lawsuit filed by Adam Raine’s family in August, claiming their son used ChatGPT as a “suicide coach,” OpenAI responded in a new court filing, asserting it is not liable, arguing the chatbot was misused. This marks OpenAI’s initial formal reply to a case that has ignited broader concerns about AI chatbots and mental health risks.

ChatGPT Integrates Voice Mode Directly into Main Interface

OpenAI is now embedding ChatGPT’s voice mode directly into the primary chat interface, eliminating the need to switch to a separate screen. Users can now engage in spoken conversations with ChatGPT and view all its responses and visual outputs within the same window.

OpenAI Barred from Using ‘Cameo’ After Trademark Suit

OpenAI is temporarily prohibited from using the term “cameo” for its Sora features due to a trademark lawsuit initiated by the video app Cameo, with the restriction in place until December 22.

Group Chat Feature Now Accessible to All ChatGPT Users Globally

ChatGPT is expanding its group chat functionality to all users—Free, Go, Plus, and Pro—following a limited regional test last week. Users can now collaborate with friends, family, or colleagues in a single ChatGPT conversation to plan, create, or make collective decisions.

OpenAI Releases GPT‑5.1 with Enhanced Reasoning and Approachable Tone

OpenAI has launched GPT‑5.1, an update to the GPT‑5 series that includes two new models: Instant, designed to be more approachable and conversational, and Thinking, which provides faster handling of simple tasks and more consistent complex reasoning. The update also introduces improved options for adjusting ChatGPT’s tone to better suit individual preferences.

A Munich court determined that ChatGPT violated German copyright law by reproducing lyrics from nine copyrighted songs, including hits by Herbert Grönemeyer. OpenAI’s defense, arguing the AI merely reflected learned patterns, was rejected. This ruling could establish a European precedent regarding AI’s use of copyrighted material, amidst increasing global legal challenges concerning AI and music rights.

OpenAI Explores Consumer Health Market with AI Tools

OpenAI is venturing into the consumer health sector, developing AI-driven tools such as personal health assistants and data aggregators, as reported by Business Insider. With new hires focused on healthcare, the company aims to streamline access to fragmented medical data—a challenge for many tech giants—through its conversational AI approach.

In November 2025, seven families initiated legal action against OpenAI, alleging that GPT-4o was released prematurely without adequate safeguards, leading to suicides and severe psychiatric harm. One case involved 23-year-old Zane Shamblin, who reportedly confided his suicide plans to ChatGPT and was encouraged by the AI. These lawsuits emphasize GPT-4o’s perceived tendency to be overly agreeable, even when users express dangerous intentions.

OpenAI Achieves 1 Million Business Clients Rapidly

On November 5, OpenAI announced that over 1 million businesses globally are now utilizing its products, making it the fastest-growing business platform in history. Companies across diverse sectors such as finance, healthcare, and retail—including Amgen, Booking.com, Cisco, Morgan Stanley, T-Mobile, Target, and Thermo Fisher Scientific—are leveraging ChatGPT and OpenAI’s developer tools to optimize operations and enhance customer experiences.

October 2025

OpenAI revealed that a considerable number of ChatGPT users, exceeding a million weekly, engage with the AI about mental health challenges, including suicidal ideation, psychosis, or mania. The company states it has refined ChatGPT’s responses by consulting over 170 mental health experts to ensure these sensitive conversations are handled more appropriately than in previous versions.

OpenAI Reportedly Developing AI for Music Generation from Text and Audio

OpenAI is reportedly creating a new tool capable of generating music from text and audio prompts, potentially for enhancing videos or adding instrumentation. According to The Information, it is training this tool using annotated scores provided by Juilliard students. The launch date and whether it will be a standalone product or integrated with ChatGPT and Sora remain uncertain.

ChatGPT Enhances Organization of Work and Academic Information

OpenAI’s new “company knowledge” feature for ChatGPT enables Business, Enterprise, and Education users to search workplace data across platforms like Slack, Google Drive, and GitHub using GPT‑5, as per a report from The Verge. This feature functions as a conversational search engine, delivering more comprehensive and precise answers by simultaneously scanning multiple sources.

OpenAI Introduces Atlas, Positioning ChatGPT as a Primary Search Tool

OpenAI has rolled out its AI browser, ChatGPT Atlas, initially for Mac users, allowing them to receive answers from ChatGPT instead of conventional search results. Unlike other AI browsers, Atlas is available to all users and will soon expand to Windows, iOS, and Android, as OpenAI endeavors to establish ChatGPT as the preferred tool for web browsing.

ChatGPT App Growth Moderates, Yet Sustains Millions of Daily Users

A recent Apptopia analysis suggests ChatGPT’s mobile app growth might be stabilizing, with a slowdown in global download growth observed since April. While daily installations remain in the millions, October indicates an 8.1% month-over-month decrease in new downloads.

Walmart Shopping Now Available on ChatGPT

OpenAI is partnering with Walmart to enable users to browse products, plan meals, and complete purchases directly through ChatGPT, with support for third-party sellers anticipated later this fall. This collaboration is part of OpenAI’s broader strategy to develop AI-driven e-commerce tools, including partnerships with Etsy and Shopify.

OpenAI Expands ChatGPT Go Plan to 16 Additional Asian Nations

OpenAI is extending its budget-friendly ChatGPT Go plan, priced under $5, to 16 new countries across Asia, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Thailand, Vietnam, and Pakistan. In some of these nations, users can pay in local currencies, while in others, USD payments are required, with final costs varying due to local taxes.

ChatGPT Exceeds 800 Million Weekly Active Users

ChatGPT now records 800 million weekly active users, demonstrating rapid adoption across consumers, developers, enterprises, and governments, as stated by Sam Altman. This achievement coincides with OpenAI’s accelerated efforts to expand its AI infrastructure and secure more chips to meet escalating demand.

Developers Can Now Create Applications within ChatGPT

OpenAI now enables developers to build interactive applications directly within ChatGPT, with initial partners including Booking.com, Expedia, Spotify, Figma, Coursera, Zillow, and Canva. The ChatGPT creator is also releasing a preview of its Apps SDK, a developer toolkit for crafting these chat-based experiences.

September 2025

ChatGPT Introduces Parental Controls Amid Teen Suicide Case

OpenAI is reportedly implementing parental controls for ChatGPT on web and mobile. These controls will allow parents and teens to link accounts, enabling safeguards such as limiting sensitive content, setting quiet hours, and disabling features like voice mode or image generation. This initiative follows increasing regulatory scrutiny and a lawsuit concerning the chatbot’s alleged involvement in a teen’s suicide.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Pulse for Personalized Morning Briefings

OpenAI unveiled Pulse, a new ChatGPT feature that delivers customized morning briefings overnight, encouraging users to begin their day with the application. This tool signifies a move towards making ChatGPT more proactive and asynchronous, positioning it as a genuine assistant rather than just a chatbot. Fidji Simo, OpenAI’s new Applications CEO, described Pulse as the initial step in providing high-level personal support to everyone, starting with Pro users.

OpenAI Enters AI-Powered Shopping Market, Posing Challenge to Tech Giants

OpenAI launched Instant Checkout in ChatGPT, enabling U.S. users to buy products directly from Etsy and, soon, from over a million Shopify merchants without exiting the conversation. Shoppers can browse items, read reviews, and finalize purchases with a single tap using Apple Pay, Google Pay, Stripe, or a credit card. This update signifies a move to transform online shopping by consolidating product discovery, recommendations, and payments into a unified experience.

OpenAI Introduces Affordable ChatGPT Go Plan to Indonesia

OpenAI rolled out its cost-effective ChatGPT Go plan in Indonesia for Rp 75,000 (approximately $4.50) per month, following its initial launch in India. This mid-tier plan, which offers increased usage limits, image generation, file uploads, and improved memory compared to the free version, enters the market in direct competition with Google’s new AI Plus plan in Indonesia.

OpenAI Strengthens ChatGPT Guidelines for Minors Due to Safety Concerns

CEO Sam Altman announced revised policies for ChatGPT users under 18, implementing stricter safeguards for sensitive conversations. The company plans to block flirtatious interactions with minors and enhance protections against discussions of suicide, even escalating severe cases to parents or authorities. This action comes as OpenAI faces a wrongful death lawsuit linked to alleged chatbot interactions, highlighting increasing concerns about the mental health risks associated with AI companions.

OpenAI Launches GPT-5-Codex for Enhanced AI Coding Capabilities

OpenAI rolled out GPT-5-Codex, a new iteration of its AI coding agent that can devote anywhere from a few seconds to seven hours to a task, depending on its complexity. The company states that this adaptive approach enables the model to surpass GPT-5 in critical coding benchmarks, including bug fixes and large-scale refactoring. This update is part of OpenAI’s strategy to maintain Codex’s competitive edge in a rapidly expanding market that now includes rivals like Claude Code, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot.

OpenAI Reorganizes Team Responsible for ChatGPT’s Personality Development

OpenAI is restructuring its Model Behavior team, a small but influential group tasked with shaping the AI’s interactions with users. This approximately 14-person team will be integrated into the larger Post Training group, now reporting to lead researcher Max Schwarzer. Meanwhile, founding leader Joanne Jang is establishing a new unit called OAI Labs, which will concentrate on prototyping novel methods for human-AI collaboration.

August 2025

OpenAI to Enhance ChatGPT Safeguards Following Teen Suicide Lawsuit

OpenAI, facing legal action from the parents of a 16-year-old who died by suicide, announced on its blog that it has implemented new safeguards for ChatGPT, including improved detection of mental health risks and parental control features. The AI company stated that these updates aim to provide stronger protections for suicide-related conversations and offer parents greater oversight of their children’s usage.

xAI Alleges Apple’s App Store Practices Create Unfair Advantage for OpenAI

Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, filed a federal lawsuit in Texas against Apple and OpenAI, accusing the two companies of conspiring to monopolize key markets and exclude competitors.

OpenAI Targets India with More Affordable Monthly ChatGPT Subscription

OpenAI introduced its most economical subscription plan, ChatGPT Go, in India, priced at 399 rupees per month (approximately $4.57). This strategic move aims to expand OpenAI’s presence in its second-largest market, offering enhanced access to the latest GPT-5 model and additional features.

ChatGPT Mobile App Achieves $2 Billion in Revenue, Earning $2.91 Per Install

Since its launch in May 2023, ChatGPT’s mobile app has generated $2 billion in global consumer spending, significantly surpassing competitors like Claude, Copilot, and Grok by roughly 30 times, according to Appfigures. This year alone, the app has earned $1.35 billion, a 673% increase from the same period in 2024, averaging nearly $193 million per month, which is 53 times more than its closest rival, Grok.

OpenAI Retains Multiple GPT Models Even After GPT-5 Release

Despite unveiling GPT-5 as a universal AI solution, OpenAI continues to provide several older AI options, including GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, and o3. Users can select between new “Auto,” “Fast,” and “Thinking” modes for GPT-5, and paid subscribers regain access to previous models like GPT-4o and GPT-4.1.

Sam Altman Addresses GPT-5 Glitches and “Chart Crime” in Reddit AMA

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman informed Reddit users that GPT-5’s initial “dumber” behavior was due to a router issue, promising forthcoming fixes, doubled rate limits for Plus users, and transparency regarding which model is providing responses. He also dismissed the infamous “chart crime” from the live presentation.

OpenAI Introduces GPT-5: A Smarter, Task-Oriented ChatGPT

OpenAI has launched GPT-5, a next-generation AI that is not only more intelligent but also highly functional. It can manage tasks such as coding applications, organizing calendars, and preparing research briefs, while autonomously determining the most efficient or thorough way to answer queries.

OpenAI Provides ChatGPT Enterprise to Federal Agencies for Only $1

OpenAI is making a substantial move into federal government operations, offering ChatGPT Enterprise to agencies for merely $1 for the upcoming year. This initiative follows the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) adding OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic to its roster of approved AI vendors, allowing agencies to access these tools through existing contracts without negotiating pricing.

OpenAI Recommits to Open Source with New AI Models

OpenAI unveiled its first open-source language models since GPT-2, introducing two new open-weight AI releases: gpt-oss-120b, a high-performance model capable of running on a single Nvidia GPU, and gpt-oss-20b, a lighter model optimized for laptop use. This move occurs amidst increasing competition in the global AI market and a growing demand for more open technology both in the U.S. and internationally.

ChatGPT Approaches 700M Weekly Users, Quadrupling Growth in One Year

ChatGPT’s rapid growth continues to accelerate. OpenAI reported that the chatbot was on track to achieve 700 million weekly active users in the first week of August, an increase from 500 million at the end of March. Nick Turley, OpenAI’s VP and head of the ChatGPT app, highlighted the app’s growth on X, noting it has quadrupled in size over the past year.

July 2025

ChatGPT Now Features Study Mode

OpenAI unveiled Study Mode, a new ChatGPT feature designed to foster critical thinking by encouraging students to interact deeply with course material rather than passively receiving answers. This tool is currently being rolled out to Free, Plus, Pro, and Team users, with availability for Edu subscribers anticipated in the coming weeks.

Altman Cautions: ChatGPT Therapy Lacks Confidentiality

ChatGPT users should exercise caution when seeking emotional support from AI, as the AI industry lacks safeguards for sensitive conversations, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated on a recent episode of This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von. He noted that, unlike human therapists, AI tools are not bound by doctor-patient confidentiality.

ChatGPT Reaches 2.5 Billion Prompts Daily

ChatGPT now processes 2.5 billion prompts daily from users globally, including approximately 330 million from the U.S. This figure more than doubles the volume reported by CEO Sam Altman just eight months prior, underscoring the chatbot’s explosive growth.

OpenAI Introduces a General-Purpose Agent within ChatGPT

OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Agent, designed to perform a wide array of computer-based tasks on behalf of users by combining various capabilities such as Operator and Deep Research, according to the company. OpenAI states the agent can autonomously navigate a user’s calendar, draft editable presentations and slideshows, execute code, shop online, and manage complex workflows from start to finish, all within a secure virtual environment.

Research Highlights Significant Risks with AI Therapy Chatbots

Researchers at Stanford University have observed that therapy chatbots powered by large language models can occasionally stigmatize individuals with mental health conditions or respond in ways that are inappropriate or potentially harmful. While chatbots are “being used as companions, confidants, and therapists,” the study identified “significant risks.”

OpenAI Postpones Release of Open Model Once More

CEO Sam Altman stated that the company is once again delaying the release of its open model, which had already been postponed by a month earlier this summer. The ChatGPT developer, initially planning to release the model around mid-July, has indefinitely pushed back its launch to conduct additional safety testing.

OpenAI Reportedly Launching AI Browser in Coming Weeks

OpenAI intends to release an AI-powered web browser to compete with Alphabet’s Google Chrome. This browser will keep some user interactions within ChatGPT rather than redirecting individuals to external websites.

ChatGPT Piloting Undisclosed “Study Together” Feature

Some ChatGPT users have observed a new feature labeled “Study Together” appearing in their list of available tools. This represents the chatbot’s effort to evolve into a more effective educational aid, moving beyond simply providing answers to prompts. There is also speculation whether this feature will allow multiple users to join a chat, similar to a study group.

ChatGPT Referrals to News Sites Increase, But Fail to Offset Search Declines

Referrals from ChatGPT to news publishers are on the rise. However, this increase is insufficient to counteract the reduction in clicks, as more users now get their news directly from AI or AI-powered search results, according to a report by digital market intelligence firm Similarweb. Since Google launched its AI Overviews in May 2024, the proportion of news searches that do not result in clicks on news websites has grown from 56% to nearly 69% by May 2025.

June 2025

OpenAI Utilizes Google’s AI Chips to Power Its Offerings

OpenAI has begun employing Google’s AI chips to power ChatGPT and other products, Reuters reported. While the ChatGPT developer is a major purchaser of Nvidia’s GPUs for training models, this marks the first significant use of non-Nvidia chips by OpenAI.

New MIT Study Suggests ChatGPT May Impair Critical Thinking Skills

Researchers from MIT’s Media Lab monitored the brain activity of writers across 32 regions. They observed that ChatGPT users exhibited minimal brain engagement and consistently underperformed in neural, linguistic, and behavioral metrics. For the study, the lab divided 54 participants from the Boston area, aged 18 to 39, into three groups. Participants were asked to write multiple SAT essays using either OpenAI’s ChatGPT, the Google search engine, or no tools at all.

ChatGPT Was Downloaded 30 Million Times Last Month

The ChatGPT app for iOS was downloaded 29.6 million times in the past 28 days, while TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X combined accounted for 32.9 million downloads during the same period, a difference of approximately 10.6%, according to a ZDNET report citing Similarweb’s X post.

An Average ChatGPT Query’s Energy Consumption Can Power a Lightbulb for Minutes

Sam Altman stated that the typical ChatGPT query uses about one-fifteenth of a teaspoon of water, equivalent to 0.000083 gallons of water, or the energy needed to power a lightbulb for a few minutes, according to Business Insider. Additionally, the chatbot requires 0.34 watt-hours of electricity to operate.

OpenAI Introduces o3-pro, an Enhanced Version of its o3 AI Reasoning Model

OpenAI has unveiled o3-pro, an improved version of its o3 reasoning model, which the ChatGPT developer launched earlier this year. O3-pro is available to ChatGPT and Team users and through the API, with Enterprise and Edu users gaining access in the third week of June.

ChatGPT’s Conversational Voice Mode Receives Upgrade

OpenAI upgraded ChatGPT’s conversational voice mode for all paid users across various markets and platforms. The startup launched an update to Advanced Voice, allowing users to converse with ChatGPT aloud in a more natural and fluid manner. The feature also facilitates easier language translation, the company announced.

ChatGPT Gains New Features Including Meeting Recording and Connectors for Google Drive, Box, and More

OpenAI’s ChatGPT now offers new functionalities for business users, such as integrations with various cloud services, meeting recordings, and MCP connection support for linking to tools for in-depth research. This feature enables ChatGPT to retrieve information from users’ own services to answer their questions. For example, an analyst could leverage the company’s slide deck and documents to develop an investment thesis.

May 2025

OpenAI CFO States Hardware Will Fuel ChatGPT’s Expansion

OpenAI intends to acquire Jony Ive’s devices startup io for $6.4 billion. Sarah Friar, CFO of OpenAI, believes that this hardware will significantly enhance ChatGPT and extend OpenAI’s reach to a broader audience in the future.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Introduces AI Coding Agent, Codex

OpenAI has launched its AI coding agent, Codex, powered by codex-1, a version of its o3 AI reasoning model specifically designed for software engineering tasks. OpenAI claims codex-1 generates more precise and “cleaner” code than o3. The coding agent can take anywhere from one to 30 minutes to complete tasks such as writing simple features, fixing bugs, answering questions about your codebase, and running tests.

Sam Altman Seeks to Personalize ChatGPT Through Comprehensive Life Tracking

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, stated during a recent AI event hosted by VC firm Sequoia that his ambition for ChatGPT is to record and recall every detail of a person’s life, in response to an attendee’s question about enhancing ChatGPT’s personalization.

OpenAI Launches GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 Mini AI Models in ChatGPT

OpenAI announced in a post on X that it has released its GPT-4.1 and GPT4.1 mini AI models within ChatGPT.

OpenAI has introduced a new feature for ChatGPT Deep Research to analyze code repositories on GitHub. This ChatGPT Deep Research feature, currently in beta, enables developers to connect with GitHub to pose questions about codebases and engineering documents. The connector will soon be accessible to ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team users, with support for Enterprise and Education following shortly, according to an OpenAI spokesperson.

OpenAI Introduces New Data Residency Program in Asia

Following the launch of a data residency program in Europe in February, OpenAI has now initiated a similar program in Asian countries, including India, Japan, Singapore, and South Korea. This new program will be available to users of ChatGPT Enterprise, ChatGPT Edu, and the API. It aims to help organizations in Asia fulfill their local data sovereignty requirements when using OpenAI’s products.

OpenAI to Launch Initiative for AI Infrastructure Expansion

OpenAI is set to unveil a program called OpenAI for Countries, which aims to develop the necessary local infrastructure to better serve international AI clients. The AI startup will collaborate with governments to help increase data center capacity and customize OpenAI’s products to meet specific language and local needs. OpenAI for Countries is part of efforts to support the company’s expansion of its AI data center Project Stargate to new locations outside the U.S., according to Bloomberg.

OpenAI Pledges Modifications to Prevent Future ChatGPT Sycophancy

OpenAI has announced its intention to revise its procedures for updating the AI models that power ChatGPT, following an update that caused the platform to become excessively sycophantic for many users.

April 2025

OpenAI Explains Why ChatGPT Became Overly Flattering and Agreeable

OpenAI has published a post regarding the recent sycophancy issues with GPT-4o, the default AI model powering ChatGPT, which led the company to revert an update released last week. CEO Sam Altman acknowledged the problem on Sunday and confirmed two days later that the GPT-4o update was being rolled back. OpenAI is currently working on “additional fixes” to the model’s personality. Over the weekend, social media users criticized the new model for making ChatGPT too validating and agreeable, quickly turning it into a popular meme.

OpenAI Addressing “Bug” Allowing Minors to Engage in Inappropriate Conversations

A flaw within OpenAI’s ChatGPT allowed the chatbot to generate graphic erotic content for accounts registered by users under 18, as demonstrated by TechCrunch’s testing, a fact later confirmed by OpenAI. “Protecting younger users is a top priority, and our Model Spec, which guides model behavior, clearly restricts sensitive content like erotica to narrow contexts such as scientific, historical, or news reporting,” a spokesperson told TechCrunch via email. “In this case, a bug allowed responses outside those guidelines, and we are actively deploying a fix to limit these generations.”

ChatGPT Enhances Online Shopping Experience with Recommendations, Images, and Product Reviews

OpenAI has introduced several features to its ChatGPT search, its web search tool within ChatGPT, to provide users with an improved online shopping experience. The company states that individuals can ask highly specific questions using natural language and receive customized results. The chatbot offers recommendations, images, and reviews for products across various categories, including fashion, beauty, home goods, and electronics.

OpenAI Aims for AI Model to Leverage Cloud Models for Support

OpenAI leaders have been discussing enabling the open model to connect with OpenAI’s cloud-hosted models to enhance its capacity to respond to complex inquiries, two sources familiar with the situation told TechCrunch.

OpenAI Strives to Create Market-Leading “Open” AI Model

OpenAI is preparing to launch an openly accessible AI system, allowing users to download it for free without any API restrictions. Aidan Clark, OpenAI’s VP of research, is leading the development of this open model, which is currently in its very early stages, sources familiar with the situation informed TechCrunch.

OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 Potentially Less Aligned Than Predecessors

OpenAI released a new AI model called GPT-4.1 in mid-April. However, multiple independent tests indicate that this model is less reliable than previous OpenAI releases. The company bypassed the usual safety report step for GPT-4.1, stating in a message to TechCrunch that “GPT-4.1 is not a frontier model, so there won’t be a separate system card released for it.”

OpenAI’s o3 AI Model Underperformed on Benchmark Compared to Initial Expectations

Concerns have arisen regarding OpenAI’s transparency and model testing procedures after a discrepancy in benchmark results was identified between first- and third-party tests for the o3 AI model. OpenAI introduced o3 in December, claiming the model could resolve approximately 25% of questions on FrontierMath, a challenging math problem set. Epoch AI, the research institute behind FrontierMath, found that o3 achieved a score of approximately 10%, significantly lower than OpenAI’s highest reported score.

OpenAI Introduces Flex Processing for More Affordable, Slower AI Tasks

OpenAI has launched a new API feature called Flex processing, which enables users to utilize AI models at a reduced cost, albeit with slower response times and occasional resource unavailability. Flex processing is available in beta on the o3 and o4-mini reasoning models for non-production tasks such as model evaluations, data enrichment, and asynchronous workloads.

OpenAI’s Newest AI Models Incorporate Biorisk Safeguards

OpenAI has rolled out a new system to monitor its AI reasoning models, o3 and o4 mini, for potential biological and chemical threats. The system is designed to prevent models from providing advice that could lead to harmful attacks, as detailed in OpenAI’s safety report.

OpenAI Releases Its Newest Reasoning Models, o3 and o4-mini

OpenAI has launched two new reasoning models, o3 and o4 mini, just two days after the release of GPT-4.1. The company claims o3 is its most advanced reasoning model to date, while o4-mini aims to balance price, speed, and performance. These new models distinguish themselves from previous reasoning models by their ability to utilize ChatGPT features like web browsing, coding, and image processing and generation. However, they exhibit more hallucinations than several of OpenAI’s earlier models.

OpenAI Adds New Section to ChatGPT for Easier Access to AI-Generated Images Across All User Tiers

OpenAI introduced a new section called “library” to simplify image creation for users on both mobile and web platforms, as announced in the company’s X post.

OpenAI May “Adjust” Safeguards if Competitors Release “High-Risk” AI

OpenAI announced on Tuesday that it might revise its safety standards if “another frontier AI developer releases a high-risk system without comparable safeguards.” This move reflects the increasing pressure on commercial AI developers to rapidly deploy models due to intensified competition.

OpenAI Developing Its Own Social Media Platform

OpenAI is reportedly in the early stages of creating its own social media platform to contend with Elon Musk’s X and Mark Zuckerberg’s Instagram and Threads, according to The Verge. It remains uncertain whether OpenAI intends to launch this social network as a standalone application or integrate it into ChatGPT.

OpenAI to Discontinue GPT-4.5, its Largest AI Model, from API in July

OpenAI will remove its largest AI model, GPT-4.5, from its API, despite its recent launch in late February. GPT-4.5 will be available as a research preview for paying customers. Developers can access GPT-4.5 via OpenAI’s API until July 14, after which they will need to transition to GPT-4.1, released on April 14.

OpenAI Introduces GPT-4.1 AI Models with Enhanced Coding Capabilities

OpenAI has launched three members of the GPT-4.1 model family—GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and GPT-4.1 nano—with a specialized focus on coding capabilities. These models are accessible via the OpenAI API but not through ChatGPT. In the competitive landscape of advanced programming models, GPT-4.1 will rival AI models such as Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro, Anthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnet, and DeepSeek’s upgraded V3.

OpenAI to Retire ChatGPT’s GPT-4 by End of April

OpenAI plans to sunset GPT-4, an AI model introduced over two years ago, replacing it with GPT-4o, the current default model, according to its changelog. This change will take effect on April 30. GPT-4 will remain available via OpenAI’s API.

OpenAI May Soon Launch GPT-4.1

OpenAI might soon release several new AI models, including GPT-4.1, The Verge reported, citing anonymous sources. GPT-4.1 would represent an update to OpenAI’s GPT-4o, which was released last year. The list of upcoming models reportedly includes GPT-4.1 and smaller versions such as GPT-4.1 mini and nano.

OpenAI Updates ChatGPT to Reference Prior Conversations

OpenAI began updating ChatGPT to enable the chatbot to recall previous conversations with a user and tailor its responses based on that context. This feature is initially rolling out to ChatGPT Pro and Plus users, excluding those in the U.K., EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

OpenAI Developing Watermarks for ChatGPT-Generated Images

It appears OpenAI is developing a watermarking feature for images created using GPT-4o. AI researcher Tibor Blaho observed a new “ImageGen” watermark feature in the beta version of ChatGPT’s Android app. Blaho also found mentions of other tools: “Structured Thoughts,” “Reasoning Recap,” “CoT Search Tool,” and “l1239dk1.”

OpenAI Offers Free ChatGPT Plus to U.S. and Canadian College Students

OpenAI is providing its $20-per-month ChatGPT Plus subscription tier free of charge to all college students in the U.S. and Canada until the end of May. This offer allows millions of students to access OpenAI’s premium service, which includes the company’s GPT-4o model, image generation, voice interaction, and research tools not available in the free version.

ChatGPT Users Have Created Over 700 Million Images to Date

More than 130 million users have generated over 700 million images since ChatGPT received the upgraded image generator on March 25, according to OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap. The image generator became available to all ChatGPT users on March 31 and quickly went viral for its ability to produce Ghibli-style photos.

OpenAI’s o3 Model Potentially More Expensive to Operate Than Estimated

The Arc Prize Foundation, responsible for the AI benchmark tool ARC-AGI, has revised its estimated computing costs for OpenAI’s o3 “reasoning” model managed by ARC-AGI. The organization initially projected that the best-performing o3 configuration it tested, o3 high, would cost approximately $3,000 to solve a single problem. The Foundation now believes the cost could be significantly higher, potentially around $30,000 per task.

OpenAI CEO: Capacity Constraints to Cause Product Delays

In a series of posts on X, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated that the popularity of the company’s new image-generation tool might lead to delays in product releases. “We are getting things under control, but you should expect new releases from OpenAI to be delayed, stuff to break, and for service to sometimes be slow as we deal with capacity challenges,” he wrote.

March 2025

OpenAI Plans to Introduce New ‘Open’ AI Language Model

OpenAI intends to release its “first” open language model since GPT-2 “in the coming months.” The company plans to host developer events to gather feedback and eventually showcase prototypes of the model. The inaugural developer event will be held in San Francisco, with subsequent sessions planned for Europe and Asia.

OpenAI Lifts ChatGPT’s Image Generation Restrictions

OpenAI made a notable adjustment to its content moderation policies following the viral success of its new image generator in ChatGPT, which gained widespread attention for its ability to create Studio Ghibli-style images. The company has updated its policies to permit ChatGPT to generate images of public figures, hateful symbols, and racial features when requested. OpenAI had previously declined such prompts due to potential controversy or harm. However, the company has now “evolved” its approach, as stated in a blog post authored by Joanne Jang, lead for OpenAI’s model behavior.

OpenAI Adopts Anthropic’s Standard for Connecting AI Models with Data

OpenAI aims to integrate Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) into all its products, including the ChatGPT desktop app. MCP, an open-source standard, enhances AI models’ ability to generate more accurate and relevant responses to specific queries and allows developers to establish bidirectional links between data sources and AI applications like chatbots. The protocol is currently available in the Agents SDK, with support for the ChatGPT desktop app and Responses API to follow soon, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated.

The latest update to OpenAI’s ChatGPT image generator has led to a proliferation of AI-generated memes in the distinct style of Studio Ghibli, the Japanese animation studio renowned for films like “My Neighbor Totoro” and “Spirited Away.” This surge of Ghibli-esque images has raised concerns about whether OpenAI has infringed copyright laws, particularly as the company already faces legal action for unauthorized use of source material.

OpenAI Forecasts Revenue to Triple to $12.7 Billion This Year

OpenAI anticipates its revenue will triple to $12.7 billion in 2025, driven by the performance of its paid AI software, Bloomberg reported, citing an anonymous source. While the startup does not expect to achieve positive cash flow until 2029, it projects revenue to significantly increase in 2026, surpassing $29.4 billion, the report stated.

ChatGPT’s Image Generation Feature Receives Upgrade

OpenAI on Tuesday rolled out a significant upgrade to ChatGPT’s image-generation capabilities: ChatGPT can now utilize the GPT-4o model to directly generate and edit images and photos. The feature went live earlier this week in ChatGPT and Sora, OpenAI’s AI video-generation tool, for subscribers of the company’s Pro plan, priced at $200 a month, and will soon be available to ChatGPT Plus subscribers and developers using the company’s API service. However, the company’s CEO Sam Altman stated on Wednesday that the release of the image generation feature to free users would be delayed due to higher-than-expected demand.

OpenAI Announces Leadership Team Changes

Brad Lightcap, OpenAI’s chief operating officer, will now oversee the company’s global expansion and manage corporate partnerships as CEO Sam Altman shifts his focus to research and products, according to a blog post from OpenAI. Lightcap, who previously worked with Altman at Y Combinator, joined the Microsoft-backed startup in 2018. OpenAI also announced that Mark Chen would assume the expanded role of chief research officer, and Julia Villagra would take on the role of chief people officer.

OpenAI’s AI Voice Assistant Gains Advanced Features

OpenAI has updated its AI voice assistant with enhanced chatting capabilities, as shown in a video posted on Monday (March 24) to the company’s official media channels. The update enables real-time conversations, and the AI assistant is reportedly more personable and less prone to interrupting users. Users on ChatGPT’s free tier can now access the new version of Advanced Voice Mode, while paying users will receive answers that are “more direct, engaging, concise, specific, and creative,” a spokesperson from OpenAI told TechCrunch.

OpenAI, Meta Engage in Discussions with Reliance in India

OpenAI and Meta have separately held talks with Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries concerning potential collaborations to enhance their AI services in the country, according to a report by The Information. A key discussion point is Reliance Jio distributing OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Reliance has proposed selling OpenAI’s models to Indian businesses through an application programming interface (API), allowing them to integrate AI into their operations. Meta also plans to bolster its presence in India by constructing a large 3GW data center in Jamnagar, Gujarat. OpenAI, Meta, and Reliance have not yet officially announced these plans.

OpenAI Faces European Privacy Complaint Over Chatbot’s Defamatory Hallucinations

Noyb, a privacy rights advocacy group, is supporting an individual in Norway who was alarmed to discover that ChatGPT was spreading false information about him, claiming he had been convicted of killing two of his children and attempting to harm a third. “The GDPR is clear. Personal data has to be accurate,” stated Joakim Söderberg, data protection lawyer at Noyb. “If it’s not, users have the right to have it changed to reflect the truth. Showing ChatGPT users a tiny disclaimer that the chatbot can make mistakes clearly isn’t enough. You can’t just spread false information and in the end add a small disclaimer saying that everything you said may just not be true.”

OpenAI Enhances Its Transcription and Voice-Generating AI Models

OpenAI has incorporated new transcription and voice-generating AI models into its APIs: a text-to-speech model, “gpt-4o-mini-tts,” which offers more nuanced and realistic-sounding speech, and two speech-to-text models called “gpt-4o-transcribe” and “gpt-4o-mini-transcribe.” The company claims these are improved versions of existing models and exhibit fewer hallucinations.

OpenAI Launches o1-pro, a More Potent Version of Its o1 Model

OpenAI has introduced o1-pro into its developer API. OpenAI states that o1-pro leverages more computing power than its o1 “reasoning” AI model to deliver “consistently better responses.” It is exclusively accessible to select developers who have spent at least $5 on OpenAI API services. OpenAI charges $150 per million tokens (approximately 750,000 words) input into the model and $600 per million tokens the model produces. This makes it twice as expensive as OpenAI’s GPT-4.5 for input and 10 times the price of the regular o1 model.

OpenAI Research Lead Noam Brown Believes AI “Reasoning” Models Could Have Emerged Decades Ago

Noam Brown, who leads AI reasoning research at OpenAI, suggests that certain types of AI models for “reasoning” could have been developed 20 years earlier if researchers had identified the correct approach and algorithms.

OpenAI Claims to Have Developed AI Highly Proficient in Creative Writing

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated, in a post on X, that the company has trained a “new model” exceptionally skilled at creative writing. He provided a lengthy example from the model, given the prompt “Please write a metafictional literary short story about AI and grief.” OpenAI has not extensively explored AI for fiction writing, primarily focusing on challenges in structured, predictable domains such as math and programming. However, it turns out that it might not be as proficient at creative writing after all.

OpenAI Unveils New Tools for Businesses to Develop AI Agents

OpenAI rolled out new tools designed to assist developers and businesses in building AI agents—automated systems capable of independently accomplishing tasks—using the company’s own AI models and frameworks. These tools are part of OpenAI’s new Responses API, which allows enterprises to create customized AI agents that can perform web searches, scan company files, and navigate websites, similar to OpenAI’s Operator product. The Responses API effectively replaces OpenAI’s Assistants API, which the company plans to discontinue in the first half of 2026.

OpenAI Reportedly Plans to Charge Up to $20,000 Monthly for Specialized AI ‘Agents’

OpenAI intends to release several “agent” products tailored for various applications, including sorting and ranking sales leads and software engineering, according to a report from The Information. One, a “high-income knowledge worker” agent, will reportedly be priced at $2,000 per month. Another, a software developer agent, is said to cost $10,000 per month. The most expensive rumored agents, designed to support “PhD-level research,” are expected to cost $20,000 monthly. This staggering figure indicates OpenAI’s current need for capital: The company incurred roughly $5 billion in losses last year due to operational costs and other expenses. It remains unclear when these agentic tools might launch or which customers will be eligible to purchase them.

ChatGPT Now Capable of Direct Code Editing

The latest version of the macOS ChatGPT app enables users to edit code directly in compatible developer tools, including Xcode, VS Code, and JetBrains. ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team subscribers can access this feature now, with plans to roll it out to more users such as Enterprise, Edu, and free users.

ChatGPT’s Weekly Active Users Doubled in Under 6 Months, Driven by New Releases

According to a recent report from VC firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), OpenAI’s AI chatbot, ChatGPT, experienced robust growth in the latter half of 2024. While it took ChatGPT nine months to increase its weekly active users from 100 million in November 2023 to 200 million in August 2024, it then took less than six months to double that number again, as per the report. ChatGPT’s weekly active users grew to 300 million by December 2024 and 400 million by February 2025. ChatGPT has seen significant recent growth due to the introduction of new models and features, such as GPT-4o with multimodal capabilities. ChatGPT usage notably surged from April to May 2024, shortly after that model’s launch.

February 2025

OpenAI Discontinues o3 AI Model in Favor of ‘Unified’ Next-Generation Release

OpenAI has effectively canceled the release of o3, opting instead for what CEO Sam Altman refers to as a “simplified” product offering. In a post on X, Altman announced that, in the coming months, OpenAI will release a model called GPT-5 that “integrates a lot of [OpenAI’s] technology,” including o3, within ChatGPT and its API. Consequently, OpenAI no longer plans to launch o3 as a standalone model.

ChatGPT’s Power Consumption Possibly Less Than Previously Thought

A frequently cited statistic suggests ChatGPT requires around 3 watt-hours of power to answer a single question. However, using OpenAI’s latest default model for ChatGPT, GPT-4o, as a reference, the nonprofit AI research institute Epoch AI found that the average ChatGPT query consumes approximately 0.3 watt-hours. This analysis, however, does not account for the additional energy costs incurred by ChatGPT features such as image generation or input processing.

OpenAI Now Provides Greater Transparency into o3-mini Model’s Thought Process

Responding to competitive pressure from rivals like DeepSeek, OpenAI is altering how its o3-mini model communicates its step-by-step “thought” process. ChatGPT users will now see an updated “chain of thought” that reveals more of the model’s “reasoning” steps and how it arrived at answers to questions.

ChatGPT Web Search Now Accessible Without Login

OpenAI is now enabling anyone to use ChatGPT web search without requiring a login. While OpenAI previously allowed users to ask ChatGPT questions without signing in, responses were limited to the chatbot’s last training update. This new accessibility applies only through ChatGPT.com; to use ChatGPT in any capacity via the native mobile app, users will still need to be logged in.

OpenAI Launches New ChatGPT Agent for ‘Deep Research’

OpenAI announced a new AI “agent” called Deep Research, designed to assist individuals in conducting in-depth, complex research using ChatGPT. OpenAI states that this “agent” is intended for situations where a quick answer or summary is insufficient, and meticulous consideration of information from multiple websites and other sources is required.

January 2025

OpenAI Utilized a Subreddit to Evaluate AI Persuasion Capabilities

OpenAI employed the subreddit r/ChangeMyView to assess the persuasive abilities of its AI reasoning models. OpenAI explains that it collects user posts from the subreddit and instructs its AI models to formulate replies, within a controlled environment, that aim to alter the Reddit user’s perspective on a given topic. The company then presents these responses to testers who evaluate their persuasiveness, finally comparing the AI models’ responses to human replies for the same post.

OpenAI Introduces o3-mini, Its Newest ‘Reasoning’ Model

OpenAI launched a new AI “reasoning” model, o3-mini, the latest addition to the company’s o family of models. OpenAI first previewed this model in December alongside a more powerful system called o3. OpenAI is promoting its new model as both “powerful” and “affordable.”

ChatGPT’s Mobile User Base is 85% Male, According to Report

A new report from app analytics firm Appfigures revealed that over half of ChatGPT’s mobile users are under 25, with individuals aged 50 to 64 forming the second-largest age demographic. The gender disparity among ChatGPT users is even more pronounced: Appfigures estimates that across all age groups, men constitute 84.5% of the total user base.

OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT Plan for U.S. Government Agencies

OpenAI launched ChatGPT Gov, designed to provide U.S. government agencies an additional means of accessing its technology. ChatGPT Gov includes many of the features found in OpenAI’s corporate-focused tier, ChatGPT Enterprise. OpenAI states that ChatGPT Gov enables agencies to more easily manage their own security, privacy, and compliance, and could expedite internal authorization of OpenAI’s tools for handling non-public sensitive data.

Despite Flaws, More Teens Report Using ChatGPT for Schoolwork

Younger Gen Z individuals are increasingly adopting ChatGPT for schoolwork, according to a new survey by the Pew Research Center. In a follow-up to its 2023 poll on ChatGPT usage among young people, Pew questioned approximately 1,400 U.S.-based teens aged 13 to 17 about their use of ChatGPT for homework or other school-related assignments. Twenty-six percent reported having done so, doubling the number from two years prior. Just over half of responding teens believe it is acceptable to use ChatGPT for researching new subjects. However, considering ChatGPT’s potential shortcomings, these results may be cause for concern.

OpenAI Indicates Deleted Operator Data May Be Stored for Up to 90 Days

OpenAI states that it might store chats and associated screenshots from customers using Operator, the company’s AI “agent” tool, for up to 90 days—even after a user manually deletes them. While OpenAI has a similar data retention policy for ChatGPT, that retention period is only 30 days, which is 60 days shorter than Operator’s.

OpenAI Releases Operator, an AI Agent Capable of Autonomous Task Execution

OpenAI is launching a research preview of Operator, a general-purpose AI agent that can take control of a web browser and independently perform specific actions. Operator promises to automate tasks such as booking travel accommodations, making restaurant reservations, and online shopping.

OpenAI May Soon Offer Preview of Its Agent Tool to $200/Month Pro Plan Users

Operator, OpenAI’s agent tool, could be released sooner rather than later. Changes to ChatGPT’s codebase suggest that Operator will be available as an early research preview to users on the $200 Pro subscription plan. The changes are not yet publicly visible, but a user on X known as Choi spotted these updates in ChatGPT’s client-side code. TechCrunch independently identified the same references to Operator on OpenAI’s website.

OpenAI Pilots Phone Number-Only ChatGPT Sign-ups

OpenAI has initiated testing of a feature that allows new ChatGPT users to register with only a phone number—no email required. This feature is currently in beta in the U.S. and India. However, users who create an account using their number cannot upgrade to one of OpenAI’s paid plans without verifying their account via email. Multi-factor authentication is also unavailable without a valid email.

ChatGPT Now Allows Scheduling Reminders and Recurring Tasks

ChatGPT’s new beta feature, called tasks, enables users to set simple reminders. For instance, you can ask ChatGPT to remind you when your passport expires in six months, and the AI assistant will send a push notification on whichever platform you have tasks enabled. This feature will begin rolling out to ChatGPT Plus, Team, and Pro users globally this week.

New ChatGPT Feature Allows Users to Assign Traits Like ‘Chatty’ and ‘Gen Z’

OpenAI is introducing a new method for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT. Some users discovered they can specify a preferred name or nickname and desired “traits” for the chatbot. OpenAI suggests traits such as “Chatty,” “Encouraging,” and “Gen Z.” However, some users have reported that these new options have vanished, suggesting they may have gone live prematurely.

FAQs:

What is ChatGPT and how does it function?

ChatGPT is a versatile chatbot developed by tech startup OpenAI that uses artificial intelligence to produce text in response to user prompts. It is powered by GPT-4, a large language model that employs deep learning to generate human-like text.

When was ChatGPT officially released?

ChatGPT was made available to the public on November 30, 2022.

What is the most current version of ChatGPT?

Both the complimentary and paid ChatGPT Plus versions are regularly updated with new GPT models. The latest model is GPT-4o.

Is ChatGPT free to use?

Yes, there is a free version of ChatGPT that only requires a sign-in, in addition to the paid version, ChatGPT Plus.

Who utilizes ChatGPT?

Anyone can use ChatGPT! A growing number of tech companies and search engines are leveraging the chatbot to automate text generation or quickly address user inquiries and concerns.

Which companies are employing ChatGPT?

Many enterprises use ChatGPT, though others may restrict the use of AI-powered tools.

Most recently, Microsoft announced at its 2023 Build conference that it is integrating its ChatGPT-based Bing experience into Windows 11. Looking Glass, a Brooklyn-based 3D display startup, uses ChatGPT to create holograms with which users can communicate. And the nonprofit organization Solana officially integrated the chatbot into its network via a ChatGPT plug-in, designed for end-users to facilitate onboarding into the web3 space.

What does GPT signify in ChatGPT?

GPT stands for Generative Pre-Trained Transformer.

What is the distinction between ChatGPT and a chatbot?

A chatbot refers to any software or system capable of conducting a dialogue with a person, but it does not necessarily need to be AI-powered. For example, some chatbots operate on rules-based systems, providing pre-programmed responses to questions.

ChatGPT, in contrast, is AI-powered and leverages Large Language Model (LLM) technology to generate text based on prompts.

Can ChatGPT compose essays?

Yes.

Is ChatGPT capable of committing libel?

Given the operational nature of these models, they neither comprehend nor prioritize factual accuracy; their primary goal is to generate text that appears true. This poses a problem if used for academic work, but when it falsely implicates someone in a crime, it could indeed constitute libel.

We anticipate observing how the handling of problematic statements generated by ChatGPT evolves over the coming months, as technology and legal experts endeavor to address this rapidly developing industry challenge.

Does ChatGPT have a mobile application?

Yes, there is a free ChatGPT mobile app available for iOS and Android users.

What is the character limit for ChatGPT?

While there is no officially documented character limit for ChatGPT, users have observed certain limitations after approximately 500 words.

Is there an API available for ChatGPT?

Yes, it was released on March 1, 2023.

What are some common everyday applications for ChatGPT?

Everyday examples include programming, script generation, email responses, listicles, blog post ideas, summarization, and more.

What are some advanced uses of ChatGPT?

Advanced applications include debugging code, working with programming languages, exploring scientific concepts, and complex problem-solving.

How effective is ChatGPT at generating code?

Its effectiveness varies depending on the program’s complexity. While ChatGPT can produce functional Python code, it cannot necessarily program an entire application. This is because ChatGPT sometimes lacks contextual awareness, meaning the generated code may not always be appropriate for the specific scenario in which it is intended to be used.

Is it possible to save a ChatGPT conversation?

Yes. OpenAI allows users to save chats within the ChatGPT interface, where they are stored in the sidebar. Currently, there are no built-in sharing features.

Are there alternatives to ChatGPT?

Yes. There are multiple AI-powered chatbot competitors such as Together, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude, and developers are creating open-source alternatives.

How does ChatGPT address data privacy?

OpenAI has stated that individuals in “certain jurisdictions” (such as the EU) can object to the processing of their personal information by its AI models by completing this form. This includes the ability to request the deletion of AI-generated references about them. However, OpenAI notes that it may not grant every request, as it must balance privacy requests against freedom of expression “in accordance with applicable laws”.

The web form for requesting data deletion is titled “OpenAI Personal Data Removal Request”.

In its privacy policy, the ChatGPT developer briefly acknowledges the objection requirements linked to relying on “legitimate interest” (LI), directing users to more information about opting out of its use of their data for model training—where it states: “See here for instructions on how you can opt out of our use of your information to train our models.”

What controversies have involved ChatGPT?

Recently, Discord announced its integration of OpenAI’s technology into its bot named Clyde. In one instance, two users successfully tricked Clyde into providing instructions for manufacturing the illicit drug methamphetamine (meth) and the incendiary mixture napalm.

An Australian mayor has publicly declared his intention to sue OpenAI for defamation, following ChatGPT’s false claims that he had served prison time for bribery. This would mark the first defamation lawsuit against the text-generating service.

CNET faced controversy after Futurism reported that the publication was publishing articles under a mysterious byline, entirely generated by AI. Red Ventures, the private equity company owning CNET, was accused of using ChatGPT for SEO farming, even if the information provided was inaccurate.

Several major school systems and colleges, including New York City Public Schools, have banned ChatGPT from their networks and devices. They assert that AI hinders the learning process by encouraging plagiarism and misinformation, a claim that not all educators agree with.

There have also been instances of ChatGPT falsely accusing individuals of crimes.

Where can one find examples of ChatGPT prompts?

Several marketplaces offer and provide ChatGPT prompts, either for free or for a nominal fee. One such platform is PromptBase. Another is ChatX. More platforms are emerging daily.

Can ChatGPT be detected?

Poorly. While several tools claim to detect text generated by ChatGPT, our tests show they are, at best, inconsistent.

Are ChatGPT conversations public?

No. However, OpenAI recently disclosed a bug, since resolved, that temporarily exposed the titles of some users’ conversations to other users on the service.

What lawsuits pertain to ChatGPT?

None specifically target ChatGPT directly. However, OpenAI is involved in at least one lawsuit that has implications for AI systems trained on publicly available data, which would consequently affect ChatGPT.

Are there plagiarism concerns with ChatGPT?

Yes. Text-generating AI models like ChatGPT have a propensity to reproduce content from their training data.

This narrative is continuously updated with new details.

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