"When he first introduced ChatGPT in November 2022, Sam Altman said, "Language interfaces are going to be a big deal." That has turned out to be a rare understatement from the CEO of OpenAI. In the three years since, the AI chatbot has become one of the most popular tech products in history. As of September 2025, ChatGPT had accumulated nearly 800 million weekly active users."
"The AI chatbot now has 800 million weekly active users. Available online or as an app, ChatGPT's widespread adoption among the public and among businesses has helped OpenAI become a leader in the AI race, solidifying its position as a serious contender in Silicon Valley, even in the face of competition from tech giants like Meta and Google. Here's a look at ChatGPT's meteoric rise over its short history."
ChatGPT launched on November 30, 2022 and rapidly gained mass adoption. In three years it became one of the most popular tech products in history, accumulating nearly 800 million weekly active users by September 2025. The service is accessible online and via mobile apps. Widespread use by individuals and businesses accelerated OpenAI's rise to prominence in the AI industry. OpenAI secured a leading position in Silicon Valley despite competition from major tech companies such as Meta and Google. Sam Altman described language interfaces as important at launch, a prediction borne out by ChatGPT's broad influence.
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