ChatGPTOpenAI’s text-generating AI chatbothas taken the world by storm since its launch in November 2022. What started as a tool to supercharge productivity through writing essays and code with short text prompts has evolved into a behemoth with 300 million weekly active users.
2024 was a big year for OpenAIfrom its partnership with Apple for its generative AI offeringApple Intelligence, the release of GPT-4o with voice capabilities, and the highly-anticipated launch of its text-to-video model Sora.
OpenAI also faced its share of internal dramaincluding the notable exits of high-level execs like co-founder and longtime chief scientist Ilya Sutskever and CTO Mira Murati. OpenAI has also been hit with lawsuits from Alden Global Capital-owned newspapers alleging copyright infringementas well as an injunction from Elon Musk to halt OpenAI’s transition to a for-profit.
In 2025OpenAI is battling the perception that it’s ceding ground in the AI race to Chinese rivals like DeepSeek. The company has been trying to shore up its relationship with Washington as it simultaneously pursues an ambitious data center project, and as it reportedly lays the groundwork for one of the largest funding rounds in history.
Belowyou’ll find a timeline of ChatGPT product updates and releasesstarting with the latestwhich we’ve been updating throughout the year. If you have any other questionscheck out our ChatGPT FAQ here.
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Timeline of the most recent ChatGPT updates
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November 2025
OpenAI introduces AI assistant for online shopping
OpenAI launched a new AI shopping feature in ChatGPT ahead of the peak holiday shopping window to help users research potential purchases. OpenAI’s new ChatGPT shopping feature lets users get product recommendations by describing features or sharing photos to find similar items at different prices. And they’re not alonewith both Perplexity and a slew of competitor startups playing in the commerce space.
OpenAI refutes claims linking ChatGPT to teen’s death
After Adam Raine’s family sued OpenAI in Augustclaiming their teen used ChatGPT as a “suicide coach,” OpenAI said in a new court filing that it isn’t liablearguing the chatbot was misused. This marks OpenAI’s first response to a case that has raised wider concerns about chatbots and mental health risks.
ChatGPT integrates voice mode into main interface
OpenAI is bringing ChatGPT’s voice mode straight into the main chatso you no longer have to jump to a separate screen. Now you can talk to ChatGPT and see everything it says and shows right in the same window.
OpenAI blocked from ‘Cameo’ following trademark lawsuit
OpenAI can’t use “cameo” for Sora features for nowfollowing a trademark lawsuit from the video app Cameowith the ban lasting until December 22.
Group chat feature now available to all ChatGPT users
ChatGPT is now getting group chats for everyone — FreeGoPlusand Pro users alike — after testing it in a few regions last week. You can now team up with friendsfamilyor co-workers in one chat with ChatGPT to plancreateor make decisions together.
OpenAI rolls out GPT‑5.1 with advanced reasoning and user-friendly tone
OpenAI has released GPT‑5.1, upgrading the GPT‑5 series with two models: Instantwhich it says will be warmer and more conversational with usersand Thinkingwhich offers fastersimple-task handling and more persistent complex reasoning. The update also introduces improved controls for customizing ChatGPT’s tone to better match user preferences.
Munich court says ChatGPT violated music copyright laws
A Munich court ruled that ChatGPT violated German copyright law by reproducing lyrics from nine protected songsincluding Herbert Grönemeyer’s hitsrejecting OpenAI’s argument that the AI only reflected learned patterns. The decision could set a European precedent on AI use of copyrighted materialamid growing global legal challenges over AI and music rights.
OpenAI eyes consumer health market with AI-powered tools
OpenAI is exploring the consumer health sectordeveloping AI tools like personal health assistants and data aggregatorsaccording to a report by Business Insider. With new healthcare-focused hiresit aims to simplify access to fragmented medical data — an area where Big Tech has struggled — through its conversational AI approach.
Seven more families accuse OpenAI of negligence over ChatGPT-related suicides
In November 2025seven families sued OpenAIalleging that GPT-4o was released prematurely without safeguards, contributing to suicides and severe psychiatric harm. One case involved 23-year-old Zane Shamblinwho told ChatGPT of his suicide plansand the AI encouraged him. The lawsuits focus on GPT-4o’s tendency to be overly agreeabledespite users expressing dangerous intentions.
OpenAI reaches 1 million business clients in record time
On November 5OpenAI announced that over 1 million businesses globally now use its productsmaking it the fastest-growing business platform in history. Companies across industries like financehealthcareand retailincluding AmgenBooking.comCiscoMorgan StanleyT-MobileTargetand Thermo Fisher Scientificare using ChatGPT and OpenAI’s developer tools to enhance operations and customer experiences.
October 2025
ChatGPT handles over a million suicide-related conversations weekly
OpenAI revealed that a small but significant portion of ChatGPT usersmore than a million weeklydiscuss mental health strugglesincluding suicidal thoughtspsychosisor maniawith the AI. The company says it has improved ChatGPT’s responses by consulting more than 170 mental health experts to handle such conversations more appropriately than earlier versions.
OpenAI reportedly working on AI that create music from text and audio
OpenAI is developing a new tool that generates music from text and audio promptspotentially for enhancing videos or adding instrumentationand is training it using annotated scores from Juilliard studentsaccording to The Information. The launch date and whether it will be standalone or integrated with ChatGPT and Sora remain unclear.
ChatGPT gets smarter at organizing your work and school info
OpenAI’s new “company knowledge” update for ChatGPT lets BusinessEnterpriseand Education users search workplace data across tools like SlackGoogle Driveand GitHub using GPT‑5per a report by The Verge. The feature acts as a conversational search engineproviding more comprehensive and accurate answers by scouring multiple sources simultaneously.
OpenAI launches Atlas to make ChatGPT your main search tool
OpenAI has launched its AI browserChatGPT Atlasstarting on Macletting users get answers from ChatGPT instead of traditional search results. Unlike other AI browsersAtlas is open to all users and will soon come to WindowsiOSand Androidas OpenAI aims to make ChatGPT the go-to tool for browsing the web.
ChatGPT app growth slowsbut still draws millions of daily users
A new Apptopia analysis suggests ChatGPT’s mobile app growth may be leveling offwith global download growth slowing since April. While daily installs remain in the millionsOctober is tracking an 8.1% month-over-month decline in new downloads.
Walmart shopping comes to ChatGPT
OpenAI is partnering with Walmart to allow users to browse productsplan mealsand make purchases through ChatGPTwith support for third-party sellers expected later this fall. The partnership is part of OpenAI’s broader effort to develop AI-driven e-commerce toolsincluding collaborations with Etsy and Shopify.
OpenAI brings ChatGPT Go plan to 16 more Asian countries
OpenAI is expanding its affordable ChatGPT Go planpriced under $5to 16 new countries across Asiaincluding AfghanistanBangladeshBhutanBrunei DarussalamCambodiaLaosMalaysiaMaldivesThailandVietnamand Pakistan. In some of these countriesusers can pay in local currencieswhile in otherspayments are required in USDwith final costs varying due to local taxes.
ChatGPT surpasses 800 million weekly active users
ChatGPT now has 800 million weekly active usersreflecting rapid growth across consumersdevelopersenterprisesand governmentsSam Altman said. This milestone comes as OpenAI accelerates efforts to expand its AI infrastructure and secure more chips to support rising demand.
Developers can now build apps inside ChatGPT
OpenAI now allows developers to build interactive apps directly inside ChatGPTwith early partners like Booking.comExpediaSpotifyFigmaCourseraZillowand Canva already onboard. The ChatGPT maker is also rolling out a preview of its Apps SDKa developer toolkit for creating these chat-based experiences.
September 2025
ChatGPT rolls out parental controls following teen suicide case
OpenAI is reportedly adding parental controls to ChatGPT on web and mobileletting parents and teens link accounts to enable safeguards like limiting sensitive contentsetting quiet hoursand disabling features such as voice mode or image generation. The move comes amid growing regulatory scrutiny and a lawsuit over the chatbot’s alleged role in a teen’s suicide.
OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Pulse for personalized morning briefs
OpenAI unveiled Pulsea new ChatGPT feature that delivers personalized morning briefings overnightencouraging users to start their day with the app. The tool reflects a shift toward making ChatGPT more proactive and asynchronouspositioning it as a true assistant rather than just a chatbot. OpenAI’s new Applications CEOFidji Simocalled Pulse the first step toward bringing high-level personal support to everyonestarting with Pro users.
OpenAI moves into AI-Powered shoppingchallenging tech giants
OpenAI launched Instant Checkout in ChatGPTletting U.S. users purchase products directly from Etsy andsoonover a million Shopify merchants without leaving the conversation. Shoppers can browse itemsread reviewsand complete purchases with a single tap using Apple PayGoogle PayStripeor a credit card. The update marks a step toward reshaping online shopping by merging product discoveryrecommendationsand payments in one place.
OpenAI brings budget-friendly ChatGPT Go to Indonesian users
OpenAI rolled out its budget-friendly ChatGPT Go plan in Indonesia for Rp 75,000 ($4.50) per monthfollowing its initial launch in India. The mid-tier planwhich offers higher usage limitsimage generationfile uploadsand better memory compared to the free versionenters the market in direct competition with Google’s new AI Plus plan in Indonesia.
OpenAI tightens ChatGPT rules for teens amid safety concerns
CEO Sam Altman announced new policies for under-18 users of ChatGPTtightening safeguards around sensitive conversations. The company says it will block flirtatious exchanges with minors and add stronger protections around discussions of suicideeven escalating severe cases to parents or authorities. The move comes as OpenAI faces a wrongful death lawsuit tied to alleged chatbot interactionsunderscoring rising concerns about the mental health risks of AI companions.
OpenAI rolls out GPT-5-Codex to power smarter AI coding
OpenAI rolled out GPT-5-Codexa new version of its AI coding agent that can spend anywhere from a few seconds to seven hours tackling a taskdepending on complexity. The company says this dynamic approach helps the model outperform GPT-5 on key coding benchmarksincluding bug fixes and large-scale refactoring. The update comes as OpenAI looks to keep Codex competitive in a fast-growing market that now includes rivals like Claude CodeCursorand GitHub Copilot.
OpenAI reshuffles team behind ChatGPT’s personality
OpenAI is shaking up its Model Behavior teamthe small but influential group that helps shape how its AI interacts with people. The roughly 14-person team is being folded into the larger Post Training groupnow reporting to lead researcher Max Schwarzer. Meanwhilefounding leader Joanne Jang is spinning up a new unit called OAI Labsfocused on prototyping fresh ways for people to collaborate with AI.
August 2025
OpenAI to strengthen ChatGPT safeguards after teen suicide lawsuit
OpenAIfacing a lawsuit from the parents of a 16-year-old who died by suicidesaid in its blog that it has implemented new safeguards for ChatGPTincluding stronger detection of mental health risks and parental control features. The AI company said the updates aim to provide tighter protections around suicide-related conversations and give parents more oversight of their children’s use.
xAI claims Apple’s App Store practices give OpenAI an unfair advantage
Elon Musk’s AI startupxAIfiled a federal lawsuit in Texas against Apple and OpenAIalleging that the two companies colluded to lock up key markets and shut out rivals.
OpenAI targets India with cheaper monthly ChatGPT subscription
OpenAI introduced its most affordable subscription planChatGPT Goin India, priced at 399 rupees per month (approximately $4.57). This move aims to expand OpenAI’s presence in its second-largest marketoffering enhanced access to the latest GPT-5 model and additional features.
ChatGPT mobile app hits $2B in revenue$2.91 earned per install
Since its May 2023 launchChatGPT’s mobile app has amassed $2 billion in global consumer spendingdwarfing competitors like ClaudeCopilotand Grok by roughly 30 timesaccording to Appfigures. This year alonethe app has generated $1.35 billiona 673% increase from the same period in 2024averaging nearly $193 million per monthor 53 times more than its nearest rivalGrok.
OpenAI keeps multiple GPT models despite GPT-5 launch
Despite unveiling GPT-5 as a “one-size-fits-all” AIOpenAI is still offering several legacy AI optionsincluding GPT-4oGPT-4.1and o3. Users can choose between new “Auto,” “Fast,” and “Thinking” modes for GPT-5and paid subscribers regain access to legacy models like GPT-4o and GPT-4.1.
Sam Altman addresses GPT-5 glitches and “chart crime” during Reddit AMA
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told Reddit users that GPT-5’s “dumber” behavior at launch was due to a router issue and promised fixesdouble rate limits for Plus usersand transparency on which model is answeringwhile also shrugging off the infamous “chart crime” from the live presentation.
OpenAI unveils GPT-5a smartertask-ready ChatGPT
OpenAI released GPT-5a next-gen AI that’s not just smarter but more useful — able to handle tasks like coding appsmanaging calendarsand creating research briefs — while automatically figuring out the fastest or most thoughtful way to answer your questions.
OpenAI offers ChatGPT Enterprise to federal agencies for just $1
OpenAI is making a major push into federal government workflowsoffering ChatGPT Enterprise to agencies for just $1 for the next year. The move comes after the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) added OpenAIGoogleand Anthropic to its approved AI vendor listallowing agencies to access these tools through preset contracts without negotiating pricing.
OpenAI returns to open source with new AI models
OpenAI unveiled its first open source language models since GPT-2introducing two new open-weight AI releases: gpt-oss-120ba high-performance model capable of running on a single Nvidia GPUand gpt-oss-20ba lighter model optimized for laptop use. The move comes amid growing competition in the global AI market and a push for more open technology in the U.S. and abroad.
ChatGPT nears 700M weekly usersquadruples growth in a year
ChatGPT’s rapid growth is accelerating. OpenAI said the chatbot was on track to hit 700 million weekly active users in the first week of Augustup from 500 million at the end of March. Nick TurleyOpenAI’s VP and head of the ChatGPT apphighlighted the app’s growth on Xnoting it has quadrupled in size over the past year.
July 2025
ChatGPT now has study mode
OpenAI unveiled Study Modea new ChatGPT feature designed to promote critical thinking by prompting students to engage with material rather than simply receive answers. The tool is now rolling out to FreePlusProand Team userswith availability for Edu subscribers expected in the coming weeks.
Altman warns that ChatGPT therapy isn’t confidential
ChatGPT users should be cautious when seeking emotional support from AIas the AI industry lacks safeguards for sensitive conversationsOpenAI CEO Sam Altman said on a recent episode of This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von. Unlike human therapistsAI tools aren’t bound by doctor-patient confidentialityhe noted.
ChatGPT hits 2.5B prompts daily
ChatGPT now receives 2.5 billion prompts daily from users worldwideincluding roughly 330 million from the U.S. That’s more than double the volume reported by CEO Sam Altman just eight months agohighlighting the chatbot’s explosive growth.
OpenAI launches a general-purpose agent in ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Agentwhich completes a wide variety of computer-based tasks on behalf of users and combines several capabilities like Operator and Deep Researchaccording to the company. OpenAI says the agent can automatically navigate a user’s calendardraft editable presentations and slideshowsrun codeshop onlineand handle complex workflows from end to endall within a secure virtual environment.
Study warns of major risks with AI therapy chatbots
Researchers at Stanford University have observed that therapy chatbots powered by large language models can sometimes stigmatize people with mental health conditions or respond in ways that are inappropriate or could be harmful. While chatbots are “being used as companionsconfidantsand therapists,” the study found “significant risks.”
OpenAI delays releasing its open model again
CEO Sam Altman said that the company is delaying the release of its open model, which had already been postponed by a month earlier this summer. The ChatGPT makerwhich initially planned to release the model around mid-Julyhas indefinitely postponed its launch to conduct additional safety testing.
OpenAI is reportedly releasing an AI browser in the coming weeks
OpenAI plans to release an AI-powered web browser to challenge Alphabet’s Google Chrome. It will keep some user interactions within ChatGPTrather than directing people to external websites.
ChatGPT is testing a mysterious new feature called “study together”
Some ChatGPT users have noticed a new feature called “Study Together” appearing in their list of available tools. This is the chatbot’s approach to becoming a more effective educational toolrather than simply providing answers to prompts. Some people also wonder whether there will be a feature that allows multiple users to join the chatsimilar to a study group.
Referrals from ChatGPT to news sites are rising but not enough to offset search declines
Referrals from ChatGPT to news publishers are increasing. But this rise is insufficient to offset the decline in clicks as more users now obtain their news directly from AI or AI-powered search resultsaccording to a report by digital market intelligence company Similarweb. Since Google launched its AI Overviews in May 2024the percentage of news searches that don’t lead to clicks on news websites has increased from 56% to nearly 69% by May 2025.
June 2025
OpenAI uses Google’s AI chips to power its products
OpenAI has started using Google’s AI chips to power ChatGPT and other productsas reported by Reuters. The ChatGPT maker is one of the biggest buyers of Nvidia’s GPUsusing the AI chips to train modelsand this is the first time that OpenAI is using non-Nvidia chips in an important way.
A new MIT study suggests that ChatGPT might be harming critical thinking skills
Researchers from MIT’s Media Lab monitored the brain activity of writers in 32 regions. They found that ChatGPT users showed minimal brain engagement and consistently fell short in neurallinguisticand behavioral aspects. To conduct the testthe lab split 54 participants from the Boston area into three groupseach consisting of individuals ages 18 to 39. The participants were asked to write multiple SAT essays using tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPTthe Google search engineor without any tools.
ChatGPT was downloaded 30 million times last month
The ChatGPT app for iOS was downloaded 29.6 million times in the last 28 dayswhile TikTokFacebookInstagramand X were downloaded a total of 32.9 million times during the same periodrepresenting a difference of about 10.6%according to ZDNET report citing Similarweb’s X post.
The energy needed for an average ChatGPT query can power a lightbulb for a couple of minutes
Sam Altman said that the average ChatGPT query uses about one-fifteenth of a teaspoon of waterequivalent to 0.000083 gallons of wateror the energy required to power a lightbulb for a few minutesper Business Insider. In addition to thatthe chatbot requires 0.34 watt-hours of electricity to operate.
OpenAI has launched o3-proan upgraded version of its o3 AI reasoning model
OpenAI has unveiled o3-proan enhanced version of its o3a reasoning model that the chatGPT maker launched earlier this year. O3-pro is available for ChatGPT and Team users and in the APIwhile Enterprise and Edu users will get access in the third week of June.
ChatGPT’s conversational voice mode has been upgraded
OpenAI upgraded ChatGPT’s conversational voice mood for all paid users across different markets and platforms. The startup has launched an update to Advanced Voice that enables users to converse with ChatGPT out loud in a more natural and fluid sound. The feature also helps users translate languages more easilythe comapny said.
ChatGPT has added new features like meeting recording and connectors for Google DriveBoxand more
OpenAI’s ChatGPT now offers new funtions for business usersincluding integrations with various cloud servicesmeeting recordingsand MCP connection support for connecting to tools for in-depth research. The feature enables ChatGPT to retrieve information across users’ own services to answer their questions. For instancean analyst could use the company’s slide deck and documents to develop an investment thesis.
May 2025
OpenAI CFO says hardware will drive ChatGPT’s growth
OpenAI plans to purchase Jony Ive’s devices startup io for $6.4 billion. Sarah FriarCFO of OpenAIthinks that the hardware will significantly enhance ChatGPT and broaden OpenAI’s reach to a larger audience in the future.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT unveils its AI coding agentCodex
OpenAI has introduced its AI coding agentCodex, powered by codex-1a version of its o3 AI reasoning model designed for software engineering tasks. OpenAI says codex-1 generates more precise and “cleaner” code than o3. The coding agent may take anywhere from one to 30 minutes to complete tasks such as writing simple featuresfixing bugsanswering questions about your codebaseand running tests.
Sam Altman aims to make ChatGPT more personalized by tracking every aspect of a person’s life
Sam Altmanthe CEO of OpenAIsaid during a recent AI event hosted by VC firm Sequoia that he wants ChatGPT to record and remember every detail of a person’s life when one attendee asked about how ChatGPT can become more personalized.
OpenAI releases its GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 mini AI models in ChatGPT
OpenAI said in a post on X that it has launched its GPT-4.1 and GPT4.1 mini AI models in ChagGPT.
ChatGPT deep research now connects with GitHub (in beta) to answer code-related questions
OpenAI has launched a new feature for ChatGPT deep research to analyze code repositories on GitHub. The ChatGPT deep research feature is in beta and lets developers connect with GitHub to ask questions about codebases and engineering documents. The connector will soon be available for ChatGPT PlusProand Team userswith support for Enterprise and Education coming shortlyper an OpenAI spokesperson.
OpenAI launches a new data residency program in Asia
After introducing a data residency program in Europe in FebruaryOpenAI has now launched a similar program in Asian countries including IndiaJapanSingaporeand South Korea. The new program will be accessible to users of ChatGPT EnterpriseChatGPT Eduand API. It will help organizations in Asia meet their local data sovereignty requirements when using OpenAI’s products.
OpenAI to introduce a program to grow AI infrastructure
OpenAI is unveiling a program called OpenAI for Countrieswhich aims to develop the necessary local infrastructure to serve international AI clients better. The AI startup will work with governments to assist with increasing data center capacity and customizing 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.per Bloomberg.
OpenAI promises to make changes to prevent future ChatGPT sycophancy
OpenAI has announced its plan to make changes to its procedures for updating the AI models that power ChatGPTfollowing an update that caused the platform to become overly sycophantic for many users.
April 2025
OpenAI clarifies the reason ChatGPT became overly flattering and agreeable
OpenAI has released a post on the recent sycophancy issues with the default AI model powering ChatGPTGPT-4oleading the company to revert an update to the model released last week. CEO Sam Altman acknowledged the issue on Sunday and confirmed two days later that the GPT-4o update was being rolled back. OpenAI is working on “additional fixes” to the model’s personality. Over the weekendusers on social media criticized the new model for making ChatGPT too validating and agreeable. It became a popular meme fast.
OpenAI is working to fix a “bug” that let minors engage in inappropriate conversations
An issue within OpenAI’s ChatGPT enabled the chatbot to create graphic erotic content for accounts registered by users under the age of 18as demonstrated by TechCrunch’s testinga fact later confirmed by OpenAI. “Protecting younger users is a top priorityand our Model Specwhich guides model behaviorclearly restricts sensitive content like erotica to narrow contexts such as scientifichistoricalor news reporting,” a spokesperson told TechCrunch via email. “In this casea bug allowed responses outside those guidelinesand we are actively deploying a fix to limit these generations.”
ChatGPT helps users by giving recommendationsshowing imagesand reviewing products for online shopping
OpenAI has added a few features to its ChatGPT searchits web search tool in ChatGPTto give users an improved online shopping experience. The company says people can ask super-specific questions using natural language and receive customized results. The chatbot provides recommendationsimagesand reviews of products in various categories such as fashionbeautyhome goodsand electronics.
OpenAI wants its AI model to access cloud models for assistance
OpenAI leaders have been talking about allowing the open model to link up with OpenAI’s cloud-hosted models to improve its ability to respond to intricate questionstwo sources familiar with the situation told TechCrunch.
OpenAI aims to make its new “open” AI model the best on the market
OpenAI is preparing to launch an AI system that will be openly accessibleallowing users to download it for free without any API restrictions. Aidan ClarkOpenAI’s VP of researchis spearheading the development of the open modelwhich is in the very early stagessources familiar with the situation told TechCrunch.
OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 may be less aligned than earlier models
OpenAI released a new AI model called GPT-4.1 in mid-April. Howevermultiple independent tests indicate that the model is less reliable than previous OpenAI releases. The company skipped that step — sending safety cards for GPT-4.1 — claiming in a statement to TechCrunch that “GPT-4.1 is not a frontier modelso there won’t be a separate system card released for it.”
OpenAI’s o3 AI model scored lower than expected on a benchmark
Questions have been raised regarding OpenAI’s transparency and procedures for testing models after a difference in benchmark outcomes was detected by first- and third-party benchmark results for the o3 AI model. OpenAI introduced o3 in Decemberstating that the model could solve approximately 25% of questions on FrontierMatha difficult math problem set. Epoch AIthe research institute behind FrontierMathdiscovered that o3 achieved a score of approximately 10%which was significantly lower than OpenAI’s top-reported score.
OpenAI unveils Flex processing for cheaperslower AI tasks
OpenAI has launched a new API feature called Flex processing that allows users to use AI models at a lower cost but 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 like model evaluationsdata enrichmentand asynchronous workloads.
OpenAI’s latest AI models now have a safeguard against biorisks
OpenAI has rolled out a new system to monitor its AI reasoning modelso3 and o4 minifor biological and chemical threats. The system is designed to prevent models from giving advice that could potentially lead to harmful attacksas stated in OpenAI’s safety report.
OpenAI launches its latest reasoning modelso3 and o4-mini
OpenAI has released two new reasoning modelso3 and o4 minijust two days after launching GPT-4.1. The company claims o3 is the most advanced reasoning model it has developedwhile o4-mini is said to provide a balance of pricespeedand performance. The new models stand out from previous reasoning models because they can use ChatGPT features like web browsingcodingand image processing and generation. But they hallucinate more than several of OpenAI’s previous models.
OpenAI has added a new section to ChatGPT to offer easier access to AI-generated images for all user tiers
Open AI introduced a new section called “library” to make it easier for users to create images on mobile and web platformsper the company’s X post.
OpenAI could “adjust” its safeguards if rivals release “high-risk” AI
OpenAI said on Tuesday that it might revise its safety standards if “another frontier AI developer releases a high-risk system without comparable safeguards.” The move shows how commercial AI developers face more pressure to rapidly implement models due to the increased competition.
OpenAI is building its own social media network
OpenAI is currently in the early stages of developing its own social media platform to compete with Elon Musk’s X and Mark Zuckerberg’s Instagram and Threadsaccording to The Verge. It is unclear whether OpenAI intends to launch the social network as a standalone application or incorporate it into ChatGPT.
OpenAI will remove its largest AI modelGPT-4.5from the APIin July
OpenAI will discontinue its largest AI modelGPT-4.5from its API even though it was just launched in late February. GPT-4.5 will be available in a research preview for paying customers. Developers can use GPT-4.5 through OpenAI’s API until July 14; thenthey will need to switch to GPT-4.1which was released on April 14.
OpenAI unveils GPT-4.1 AI models that focus on coding capabilities
OpenAI has launched three members of the GPT-4.1 model — GPT-4.1GPT-4.1 miniand GPT-4.1 nano — with a specific focus on coding capabilities. It’s accessible via the OpenAI API but not ChatGPT. In the competition to develop advanced programming modelsGPT-4.1 will rival AI models such as Google’s Gemini 2.5 ProAnthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnetand DeepSeek’s upgraded V3.
OpenAI will discontinue ChatGPT’s GPT-4 at the end of April
OpenAI plans to sunset GPT-4an AI model introduced more than two years agoand replace it with GPT-4othe current default modelper changelog. It will take effect on April 30. GPT-4 will remain available via OpenAI’s API.
OpenAI could release GPT-4.1 soon
OpenAI may launch several new AI modelsincluding GPT-4.1soonThe Verge reportedciting anonymous sources. GPT-4.1 would be an update of OpenAI’s GPT-4owhich was released last year. On the list of upcoming models are GPT-4.1 and smaller versions like GPT-4.1 mini and nanoper the report.
OpenAI has updated ChatGPT to use information from your previous conversations
OpenAI started updating ChatGPT to enable the chatbot to remember previous conversations with a user and customize its responses based on that context. This feature is rolling out to ChatGPT Pro and Plus users firstexcluding those in the U.K.EUIcelandLiechtensteinNorwayand Switzerland.
OpenAI is working on watermarks for images made with ChatGPT
It looks like OpenAI is working on a watermarking feature for images generated using GPT-4o. AI researcher Tibor Blaho spotted a new “ImageGen” watermark feature in the new beta of ChatGPT’s Android app. Blaho also found mentions of other tools: “Structured Thoughts,” “Reasoning Recap,” “CoT Search Tool,” and “l1239dk1.”
OpenAI offers ChatGPT Plus for free to U.S.Canadian college students
OpenAI is offering its $20-per-month ChatGPT Plus subscription tier for free to all college students in the U.S. and Canada through the end of May. The offer will let millions of students use OpenAI’s premium servicewhich offers access to the company’s GPT-4o modelimage generationvoice interactionand research tools that are not available in the free version.
ChatGPT users have generated over 700M images so far
More than 130 million users have created over 700 million images since ChatGPT got the upgraded image generator on March 25according to COO of OpenAI Brad Lightcap. The image generator was made available to all ChatGPT users on March 31and went viral for being able to create Ghibli- photos.
OpenAI’s o3 model could cost more to run than initial estimate
The Arc Prize Foundationwhich develops the AI benchmark tool ARC-AGIhas updated the estimated computing costs for OpenAI’s o3 “reasoning” model managed by ARC-AGI. The organization originally estimated that the best-performing configuration of o3 it testedo3 highwould cost approximately $3,000 to address a single problem. The Foundation now thinks the cost could be much higherpossibly around $30,000 per task.
OpenAI CEO says capacity issues will cause product delays
In a series of posts on XOpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company’s new image-generation tool’s popularity may cause product releases to be delayed. “We are getting things under controlbut you should expect new releases from OpenAI to be delayedstuff to breakand for service to sometimes be slow as we deal with capacity challenges,” he wrote.
March 2025
OpenAI plans to release a new ‘open’ AI language model
OpeanAI 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 first developer event is to be held in San Franciscowith sessions to follow in Europe and Asia.
OpenAI removes ChatGPT’s restrictions on image generation
OpenAI made a notable change to its content moderation policies after the success of its new image generator in ChatGPTwhich went viral for being able to create Studio Ghibli- images. The company has updated its policies to allow ChatGPT to generate images of public figureshateful symbolsand racial features when requested. OpenAI had previously declined such prompts due to the potential controversy or harm they may cause. Howeverthe company has now “evolved” its approachas stated in a blog post published by Joanne Jangthe lead for OpenAI’s model behavior.
OpenAI adopts Anthropic’s standard for linking AI models with data
OpenAI wants to incorporate Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) into all of its productsincluding the ChatGPT desktop app. MCPan open-source standardhelps AI models generate more accurate and suitable responses to specific queriesand lets developers create bidirectional links between data sources and AI applications like chatbots. The protocol is currently available in the Agents SDKand support for the ChatGPT desktop app and Responses API will be coming soonOpenAI CEO Sam Altman said.
OpenAI’s viral Studio Ghibli- images could raise AI copyright concerns
The latest update of the image generator on OpenAI’s ChatGPT has triggered a flood of AI-generated memes in the of Studio Ghiblithe Japanese animation studio behind blockbuster films like “My Neighbor Totoro” and “Spirited Away.” The burgeoning mass of Ghibli-esque images have sparked concerns about whether OpenAI has violated copyright lawsespecially since the company is already facing legal action for using source material without authorization.
OpenAI expects revenue to triple to $12.7 billion this year
OpenAI expects its revenue to triple to $12.7 billion in 2025fueled by the performance of its paid AI softwareBloomberg reportedciting an anonymous source. While the startup doesn’t expect to reach positive cash flow until 2029it expects revenue to increase significantly in 2026 to surpass $29.4 billionthe report said.
ChatGPT has upgraded its image-generation feature
OpenAI on Tuesday rolled out a major upgrade to ChatGPT’s image-generation capabilities: ChatGPT can now use the GPT-4o model to generate and edit images and photos directly. The feature went live earlier this week in ChatGPT and SoraOpenAI’s AI video-generation toolfor subscribers of the company’s Pro planpriced at $200 a monthand will be available soon to ChatGPT Plus subscribers and developers using the company’s API service. The company’s CEO Sam Altman said on Wednesday, howeverthat the release of the image generation feature to free users would be delayed due to higher demand than the company expected.
OpenAI announces leadership updates
Brad LightcapOpenAI’s chief operating officerwill lead the company’s global expansion and manage corporate partnerships as CEO Sam Altman shifts his focus to research and productsaccording to a blog post from OpenAI. Lightcapwho previously worked with Altman at Y Combinatorjoined the Microsoft-backed startup in 2018. OpenAI also said Mark Chen would step into the expanded role of chief research officerand Julia Villagra will take on the role of chief people officer.
OpenAI’s AI voice assistant now has advanced feature
OpenAI has updated its AI voice assistant with improved chatting capabilitiesaccording to a video posted on Monday (March 24) to the company’s official media channels. The update enables real-time conversationsand the AI assistant is said to be more personable and interrupts users less often. Users on ChatGPT’s free tier can now access the new version of Advanced Voice Modewhile paying users will receive answers that are “more directengagingconcisespecificand creative,” a spokesperson from OpenAI told TechCrunch.
OpenAIMeta in talks with Reliance in India
OpenAI and Meta have separately engaged in discussions with Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries regarding potential collaborations to enhance their AI services in the countryper a report by The Information. One key topic being discussed is Reliance Jio distributing OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Reliance has proposed selling OpenAI’s models to businesses in India through an application programming interface (API) so they can incorporate AI into their operations. Meta also plans to bolster its presence in India by constructing a large 3GW data center in JamnagarGujarat. OpenAIMetaand Reliance have not yet officially announced these plans.
OpenAI faces privacy complaint in Europe for chatbot’s defamatory hallucinations
Noyba privacy rights advocacy groupis supporting an individual in Norway who was shocked to discover that ChatGPT was providing false information about himstating that he had been found guilty of killing two of his children and trying to harm the third. “The GDPR is clear. Personal data has to be accurate,” said Joakim Söderbergdata protection lawyer at Noybin a statement. “If it’s notusers 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 upgrades its transcription and voice-generating AI models
OpenAI has added new transcription and voice-generating AI models to its APIs: a text-to-speech model“gpt-4o-mini-tts,” that delivers more nuanced and realistic sounding speechas well as two speech-to-text models called “gpt-4o-transcribe” and “gpt-4o-mini-transcribe”. The company claims they are improved versions of what was already there and that they hallucinate less.
OpenAI has launched o1-proa more powerful version of its o1
OpenAI has introduced o1-pro in its developer API. OpenAI says its o1-pro uses more computing than its o1 “reasoning” AI model to deliver “consistently better responses.” It’s only accessible to select developers who have spent at least $5 on OpenAI API services. OpenAI charges $150 for every million tokens (about 750,000 words) input into the model and $600 for every million tokens the model produces. It costs twice as much as OpenAI’s GPT-4.5 for input and 10 times the price of regular o1.
OpenAI research lead Noam Brown thinks AI “reasoning” models could’ve arrived decades ago
Noam Brownwho heads AI reasoning research at OpenAIthinks that certain types of AI models for “reasoning” could have been developed 20 years ago if researchers had understood the correct approach and algorithms.
OpenAI says it has trained an AI that’s “really good” at creative writing
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman saidin a post on Xthat the company has trained a “new model” that’s “really good” at creative writing. He posted a lengthy sample from the model given the prompt “Please write a metafictional literary short story about AI and grief.” OpenAI has not extensively explored the use of AI for writing fiction. The company has mostly concentrated on challenges in rigidpredictable areas such as math and programming. And it turns out that it might not be that great at creative writing at all.
we trained a new model that is good at creative writing (not sure yet how/when it will get released). this is the first time i have been really struck by something written by AI; it got the vibe of metafiction so right.
— Sam Altman (@sama) March 112025
PROMPT:
Please write a metafictional literary short story…
OpenAI launches new tools to help businesses build AI agents
OpenAI rolled out new tools designed to help developers and businesses build AI agents — automated systems that can independently accomplish tasks — using the company’s own AI models and frameworks. The tools are part of OpenAI’s new Responses APIwhich enables enterprises to develop customized AI agents that can perform web searchesscan through company filesand navigate websitessimilar to OpenAI’s Operator product. The Responses API effectively replaces OpenAI’s Assistants APIwhich the company plans to discontinue in the first half of 2026.
OpenAI reportedly plans to charge up to $20,000 a month for specialized AI ‘agents’
OpenAI intends to release several “agent” products tailored for different applicationsincluding sorting and ranking sales leads and software engineeringaccording to a report from The Information. Onea “high-income knowledge worker” agentwill reportedly be priced at $2,000 a month. Anothera software developer agentis said to cost $10,000 a month. The most expensive rumored agentswhich are said to be aimed at supporting “PhD-level research,” are expected to cost $20,000 per month. The jaw-dropping figure is indicative of how much cash OpenAI needs right now: The company lost roughly $5 billion last year after paying for costs related to running its services and other expenses. It’s unclear when these agentic tools might launch or which customers will be eligible to buy them.
ChatGPT can directly edit your code
The latest version of the macOS ChatGPT app allows users to edit code directly in supported developer toolsincluding XcodeVS Codeand JetBrains. ChatGPT PlusProand Team subscribers can use the feature nowand the company plans to roll it out to more users like EnterpriseEduand free users.
ChatGPT’s weekly active users doubled in less than 6 monthsthanks to new releases
According to a new report from VC firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z)OpenAI’s AI chatbotChatGPTexperienced solid growth in the second half of 2024. It took ChatGPT nine months to increase its weekly active users from 100 million in November 2023 to 200 million in August 2024but it only took less than six months to double that number once moreaccording to the report. ChatGPT’s weekly active users increased to 300 million by December 2024 and 400 million by February 2025. ChatGPT has experienced significant growth recently due to the launch of new models and featuressuch as GPT-4owith multimodal capabilities. ChatGPT usage spiked from April to May 2024shortly after that model’s launch.
February 2025
OpenAI cancels its o3 AI model in favor of a ‘unified’ next-gen release
OpenAI has effectively canceled the release of o3 in favor of what CEO Sam Altman is calling a “simplified” product offering. In a post on XAltman said thatin the coming monthsOpenAI will release a model called GPT-5 that “integrates a lot of [OpenAI’s] technology,” including o3in ChatGPT and its API. As a result of that roadmap decisionOpenAI no longer plans to release o3 as a standalone model.
ChatGPT may not be as power-hungry as once assumed
A commonly cited stat is that ChatGPT requires around 3 watt-hours of power to answer a single question. Using OpenAI’s latest default model for ChatGPTGPT-4oas a referencenonprofit AI research institute Epoch AI found the average ChatGPT query consumes around 0.3 watt-hours. Howeverthe analysis doesn’t consider the additional energy costs incurred by ChatGPT with features like image generation or input processing.
OpenAI now reveals more of its o3-mini model’s thought process
In response to pressure from rivals like DeepSeekOpenAI is changing the way its o3-mini model communicates its step-by-step “thought” process. ChatGPT users will see an updated “chain of thought” that shows more of the model’s “reasoning” steps and how it arrived at answers to questions.
You can now use ChatGPT web search without logging in
OpenAI is now allowing anyone to use ChatGPT web search without having to log in. While OpenAI had previously allowed users to ask ChatGPT questions without signing inresponses were restricted to the chatbot’s last training update. This only applies through ChatGPT.comhowever. To use ChatGPT in any form through the native mobile appyou will still need to be logged in.
OpenAI unveils a new ChatGPT agent for ‘deep research’
OpenAI announced a new AI “agent” called deep research that’s designed to help people conduct in-depthcomplex research using ChatGPT. OpenAI says the “agent” is intended for instances where you don’t just want a quick answer or summarybut instead need to assiduously consider information from multiple websites and other sources.
January 2025
OpenAI used a subreddit to test AI persuasion
OpenAI used the subreddit r/ChangeMyView to measure the persuasive abilities of its AI reasoning models. OpenAI says it collects user posts from the subreddit and asks its AI models to write repliesin a closed environmentthat would change the Reddit user’s mind on a subject. The company then shows the responses to testerswho assess how persuasive the argument isand finally OpenAI compares the AI models’ responses to human replies for that same post.
OpenAI launches o3-miniits latest ‘reasoning’ model
OpenAI launched a new AI “reasoning” modelo3-mini, the newest in the company’s o family of models. OpenAI first previewed the model in December alongside a more capable system called o3. OpenAI is pitching its new model as both “powerful” and “affordable.”
ChatGPT’s mobile users are 85% malereport says
A new report from app analytics firm Appfigures found that over half of ChatGPT’s mobile users are under age 25with users between ages 50 and 64 making up the second largest age demographic. The gender gap among ChatGPT users is even more significant. Appfigures estimates that across age groupsmen make up 84.5% of all users.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT plan for US government agencies
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Gov designed to provide U.S. government agencies an additional way to access the tech. ChatGPT Gov includes many of the capabilities found in OpenAI’s corporate-focused tierChatGPT Enterprise. OpenAI says that ChatGPT Gov enables agencies to more easily manage their own securityprivacyand complianceand could expedite internal authorization of OpenAI’s tools for the handling of non-public sensitive data.
More teens report using ChatGPT for schoolworkdespite the tech’s faults
Younger Gen Zers are embracing ChatGPTfor schoolworkaccording to a new survey by the Pew Research Center. In a follow-up to its 2023 poll on ChatGPT usage among young peoplePew asked ~1,400 U.S.-based teens ages 13 to 17 whether they’ve used ChatGPT for homework or other school-related assignments. Twenty-six percent said that they haddouble the number two years ago. Just over half of teens responding to the poll said they think it’s acceptable to use ChatGPT for researching new subjects. But considering the ways ChatGPT can fall shortthe results are possibly cause for alarm.
OpenAI says it may store deleted Operator data for up to 90 days
OpenAI says that it might store chats and associated screenshots from customers who use Operatorthe company’s AI “agent” tool, for up to 90 days — even after a user manually deletes them. While OpenAI has a similar deleted data retention policy for ChatGPTthe retention period for ChatGPT is only 30 dayswhich is 60 days shorter than Operator’s.
OpenAI launches Operatoran AI agent that performs tasks autonomously
OpenAI is launching a research preview of Operatora general-purpose AI agent that can take control of a web browser and independently perform certain actions. Operator promises to automate tasks such as booking travel accommodationsmaking restaurant reservationsand shopping online.
OpenAI may preview its agent tool for users on the $200-per-month Pro plan
OperatorOpenAI’s agent tool, could be released sooner rather than later. Changes to ChatGPT’s code base suggest that Operator will be available as an early research preview to users on the $200 Pro subscription plan. The changes aren’t yet publicly visiblebut a user on X who goes by Choi spotted these updates in ChatGPT’s client-side code. TechCrunch separately identified the same references to Operator on OpenAI’s website.
OpenAI tests phone number-only ChatGPT signups
OpenAI has begun testing a feature that lets new ChatGPT users sign up with only a phone number — no email required. The feature is currently in beta in the U.S. and India. Howeverusers who create an account using their number can’t upgrade to one of OpenAI’s paid plans without verifying their account via an email. Multi-factor authentication also isn’t supported without a valid email.
ChatGPT now lets you schedule reminders and recurring tasks
ChatGPT’s new beta featurecalled tasksallows users to set simple reminders. For exampleyou can ask ChatGPT to remind you when your passport expires in six monthsand the AI assistant will follow up with a push notification on whatever platform you have tasks enabled. The feature will start rolling out to ChatGPT PlusTeamand Pro users around the globe this week.
New ChatGPT feature lets users assign it traits like ‘chatty’ and ‘Gen Z’
OpenAI is introducing a new way for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT. Some users found they can specify a preferred name or nickname and “traits” they’d like the chatbot to have. OpenAI suggests traits like “Chatty,” “Encouraging,” and “Gen Z.” Howeversome users reported that the new options have disappearedso it’s possible they went live prematurely.
FAQs:
What is ChatGPT? How does it work?
ChatGPT is a general-purpose chatbot that uses artificial intelligence to generate text after a user enters a promptdeveloped by tech startup OpenAI. The chatbot uses GPT-4a large language model that uses deep learning to produce human-like text.
When did ChatGPT get released?
November 302022 is when ChatGPT was released for public use.
What is the latest version of ChatGPT?
Both the free version of ChatGPT and the paid ChatGPT Plus are regularly updated with new GPT models. The most recent model is GPT-4o.
Can I use ChatGPT for free?
There is a free version of ChatGPT that only requires a sign-in in addition to the paid versionChatGPT Plus.
Who uses ChatGPT?
Anyone can use ChatGPT! More and more tech companies and search engines are utilizing the chatbot to automate text or quickly answer user questions/concerns.
What companies use ChatGPT?
Multiple enterprises utilize ChatGPTalthough others may limit the use of the AI-powered tool.
Most recentlyMicrosoft announced at its 2023 Build conference that it is integrating its ChatGPT-based Bing experience into Windows 11. A Brooklyn-based 3D display startup Looking Glass utilizes ChatGPT to produce holograms you can communicate with by using ChatGPT. And nonprofit organization Solana officially integrated the chatbot into its network with a ChatGPT plug-in geared toward end users to help onboard into the web3 space.
What does GPT mean in ChatGPT?
GPT stands for Generative Pre-Trained Transformer.
What is the difference between ChatGPT and a chatbot?
A chatbot can be any software/system that holds dialogue with you/a person but doesn’t necessarily have to be AI-powered. For examplethere are chatbots that are rules-based in the sense that they’ll give canned responses to questions.
ChatGPT is AI-powered and utilizes LLM technology to generate text after a prompt.
Can ChatGPT write essays?
Yes.
Can ChatGPT commit libel?
Due to the nature of how these models workthey don’t know or care whether something is trueonly that it looks true. That’s a problem when you’re using it to do your homeworksurebut when it accuses you of a crime you didn’t committhat may well at this point be libel.
We will see how handling troubling statements produced by ChatGPT will play out over the next few months as tech and legal experts attempt to tackle the fastest moving target in the industry.
Does ChatGPT have an app?
Yesthere is a free ChatGPT mobile app for iOS and Android users.
What is the ChatGPT character limit?
It’s not documented anywhere that ChatGPT has a character limit. Howeverusers have noted that there are some character limitations after around 500 words.
Does ChatGPT have an API?
Yesit was released March 12023.
What are some sample everyday uses for ChatGPT?
Everyday examples include programmingscriptsemail replieslisticlesblog ideassummarizationetc.
What are some advanced uses for ChatGPT?
Advanced use examples include debugging codeprogramming languagesscientific conceptscomplex problem solvingetc.
How good is ChatGPT at writing code?
It depends on the nature of the program. While ChatGPT can write workable Python codeit can’t necessarily program an entire app’s worth of code. That’s because ChatGPT lacks context awareness — in other wordsthe generated code isn’t always appropriate for the specific context in which it’s being used.
Can you save a ChatGPT chat?
Yes. OpenAI allows users to save chats in the ChatGPT interfacestored in the sidebar of the screen. There are no built-in sharing features yet.
Are there alternatives to ChatGPT?
Yes. There are multiple AI-powered chatbot competitors such as TogetherGoogle’s Gemini and Anthropic’s Claudeand developers are creating open source alternatives.
How does ChatGPT handle data privacy?
OpenAI has said that individuals in “certain jurisdictions” (such as the EU) can object to the processing of their personal information by its AI models by filling out this form. This includes the ability to make requests for deletion of AI-generated references about you. Although OpenAI notes it may not grant every request since it must balance privacy requests against freedom of expression “in accordance with applicable laws”.
The web form for making a deletion of data about you request is entitled “OpenAI Personal Data Removal Request”.
In its privacy policythe ChatGPT maker makes a passing acknowledgement of the objection requirements attached to relying on “legitimate interest” (LI)pointing users towards more information about requesting an opt out — when it writes: “See here for instructions on how you can opt out of our use of your information to train our models.”
What controversies have surrounded ChatGPT?
RecentlyDiscord announced that it had integrated OpenAI’s technology into its bot named Clyde where two users tricked Clyde into providing them with instructions for making the illegal drug methamphetamine (meth) and the incendiary mixture napalm.
An Australian mayor has publicly announced he may sue OpenAI for defamation due to ChatGPT’s false claims that he had served time in prison for bribery. This would be the first defamation lawsuit against the text-generating service.
CNET found itself in the midst of controversy after Futurism reported the publication was publishing articles under a mysterious byline completely generated by AI. The private equity company that owns CNETRed Ventureswas accused of using ChatGPT for SEO farmingeven if the information was incorrect.
Several major school systems and collegesincluding New York City Public Schoolshave banned ChatGPT from their networks and devices. They claim that the AI impedes the learning process by promoting plagiarism and misinformationa claim that not every educator agrees with.
There have also been cases of ChatGPT accusing individuals of false crimes.
Where can I find examples of ChatGPT prompts?
Several marketplaces host and provide ChatGPT promptseither for free or for a nominal fee. One is PromptBase. Another is ChatX. More launch every day.
Can ChatGPT be detected?
Poorly. Several tools claim to detect ChatGPT-generated textbut in our teststhey’re inconsistent at best.
Are ChatGPT chats public?
No. But OpenAI recently disclosed a bugsince fixedthat exposed the titles of some users’ conversations to other people on the service.
What lawsuits are there surrounding ChatGPT?
None specifically targeting ChatGPT. But OpenAI is involved in at least one lawsuit that has implications for AI systems trained on publicly available datawhich would touch on ChatGPT.
Are there issues regarding plagiarism with ChatGPT?
Yes. Text-generating AI models like ChatGPT have a tendency to regurgitate content from their training data.
This story is continually updated with new information.
