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OpenAI's ChatGPT Surpasses 20 Million Paid Subscribers, Signaling Massive Growth in AI Chatbot Popularity

OpenAI's ChatGPT Hits 20 Million Paid Subscribers

According to a company spokesperson cited by The Information on Tuesday, OpenAI Inc.'s ChatGPT has reached a milestone of 20 million paid subscribers. This marks a significant increase from the 15.5 million subscribers reported at the end of 2024.

Revenue Growth Highlights ChatGPT's Success

The AI chatbot is now generating $415 million in revenue per month, showcasing a 30% jump from the previous year's $333 million per month. This growth underscores the increasing reliance on and popularity of AI-driven communication tools.

Projected Revenue for 2025

Should this growth trajectory continue, The Information suggests that OpenAI could potentially post a revenue of $12.7 billion for 2025. This would be a substantial increase from the $4 billion recorded the year before, highlighting the rapid expansion and financial success of ChatGPT.