OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has seen a massive surge in user engagement, surpassing 400 million weekly active users in February. This marks a significant milestone, reflecting the rapid adoption and growing demand for artificial intelligence tools worldwide.
Impressive Growth and Business Expansion
Back in December, OpenAI had 300 million weekly active users, so this new figure represents a notable 33% increase over just a few months. Additionally, the number of business users subscribing to OpenAI’s services has also seen impressive growth. As of February, paying business users exceeded 2 million, more than double the number reported in September 2024. These numbers underscore OpenAI’s expanding influence as businesses increasingly rely on its AI technology.
Competition from China’s DeepSeek
While OpenAI celebrates its rapid growth, the global AI landscape is becoming more competitive. China’s DeepSeek, a startup that recently launched an AI model, has claimed that its technology could rival or even surpass Western counterparts at a much lower cost. This announcement raised concerns about U.S. dominance in the generative AI space. However, DeepSeek has experienced challenges, including service outages as demand surged after the model’s release.
There have also been questions about how DeepSeek managed to acquire Nvidia’s H800 chips, essential for training AI models, even though the U.S. government has banned the export of these chips to China. This has further fueled curiosity about the startup’s operations.
Surge in Developer Traffic for OpenAI Models
OpenAI continues to see strong growth not only in user numbers but also in developer activity. Over the past six months, the company has reported a twofold increase in traffic for its reasoning models. Additionally, OpenAI’s o3 model, which launched in late January, has experienced a fivefold surge in traffic. These statistics reflect a growing interest in OpenAI’s advanced models, with developers flocking to build and enhance AI-driven applications.
A Bright Future Ahead for OpenAI
As OpenAI’s user base continues to expand and its models gain traction, the company is solidifying its position as a leading player in the AI industry. Despite rising competition, OpenAI’s growth and developer engagement demonstrate the increasing reliance on AI technologies in both business and personal use.
This latest news about OpenAI’s user surge was first reported by CNBC, underscoring the company’s continued growth in the competitive AI space.
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