ChatGPT sets a new record in technology industry, here’s what it is

Microsoft-backed artificial intelligence research startup OpenAI launched the AI chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022. Since its launch, the chatbot has gone viral for its ability to process prompts and deliver human-like writings including — essays, articles, jokes, job applications and even poems. According to a report by Reuters, analysts have said that the popular AI chatbot has reached 100 million users within two months of its release. As per the report, an analysis conducted by data firm Similarweb claims that in January, ChatGPT had about 590 million visits from 100 million unique users. Meanwhile, analysts at the investment bank UBS stated that the rate of growth was “unprecedented” for any consumer app.

ChatGPT’s growth compared to other platforms
The report adds that the UBS analysts have written a note to mention that they “cannot recall a faster ramp in a consumer internet app,” in the last two decades.