OpenAI's ChatGPT hits $1B annualized ad revenue in under 7 months, outpacing Google, Meta, Amazon
OpenAI's ChatGPT reaches $1 billion in annualized ad revenue, expanding globally and attracting major advertisers.
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OpenAI tests ads in ChatGPT, targeting 50% of shoppers using AI search
OpenAI begins testing ads in ChatGPT, aiming to monetize as 50% of shoppers use AI search, per McKinsey.
OpenAI backs FRONTIER Act's mandatory audits for large AI models
OpenAI supports a bipartisan bill requiring independent audits of large AI models, marking its first federal mandate endorsement.
OpenAI extends OneGov ChatGPT deal to 2028, offering federal agencies 50% discounts
OpenAI and GSA extend OneGov deal for ChatGPT, offering federal agencies discounted AI tools through 2028.
OpenAI's new AI-native ads let brands chat directly in ChatGPT
OpenAI introduces AI-native ads for ChatGPT, enabling brands to engage users in direct conversations via AI agents.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman weighs slower AI progress, citing safety concerns
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman considers slowing advanced AI development, citing safety concerns in internal discussions.
OpenAI secures $1.7B OneGov deal for government-wide ChatGPT access through 2028
OpenAI extends ChatGPT access to 23M government employees with a new consumption-based OneGov deal through 2028.
Florida's lawsuit against OpenAI returns to state court after federal judge's ruling
A federal judge remanded Florida's lawsuit against OpenAI back to state court, citing lack of federal interest in the case.
OpenAI's new Epic integration connects ChatGPT to patient records, rated 99% safe
OpenAI introduces tools to link ChatGPT with authorized patient records, offering two versions for healthcare professionals.
OpenAI integrates ChatGPT with Epic's 325M patient records, transforming clinical workflows
OpenAI connects ChatGPT to Epic EHRs, enabling clinicians to query patient data directly within the AI assistant.
OpenAI, Anthropic, Google face EU AI Act fines from €15M for non-compliance
OpenAI's ChatGPT, Anthropic's Claude, and Google's Gemini must comply with EU AI Act transparency rules or face fines from €15M.
Thailand's TH-AI Passport offers 33 AI models free to 5M citizens
Thailand launches TH-AI Passport, providing free access to 33 AI models including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for eligible citizens.
OpenAI's ad revenue hits $1B annualized run rate, fueling IPO momentum
OpenAI's ad business hits $1B annualized revenue run rate, expanding to 40+ countries ahead of its highly anticipated IPO.
OpenAI's $500 ad credit push targets $1T marketer spend
OpenAI offers $500 ad credits to lure marketers, streamlining campaign creation in under 60 seconds.
OpenAI hires Meta's Sandhya Devanathan to lead 600M-user Asia-Pacific push
OpenAI taps Meta executive Sandhya Devanathan to drive growth in Southeast Asia and Australia, home to 600M+ potential users.
OpenAI's Tara Seshan outlines the third era of AI: persistent coworkers
OpenAI's product lead Tara Seshan reveals the company's vision for persistent AI coworkers, built for models 2-3 months ahead.
OpenAI teams with Kamehameha Schools on educator AI access
OpenAI partners with Kamehameha Schools to offer educators secure ChatGPT access and AI training.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with automatic safety features for 60% of US users
OpenAI automatically applies teen safety features in ChatGPT for users under 18, aiming to protect the 60% of US teens using the platform.
OpenAI's ChatGPT enters 55 school districts, including Fort Worth ISD, with free teacher tools through 2028
OpenAI partners with 55 school districts, including Fort Worth ISD, to offer free ChatGPT tools to teachers, raising privacy and training questions.
OpenAI bans Russian ChatGPT accounts tied to pro-Kremlin misinformation network
OpenAI terminated ChatGPT accounts linked to a pro-Russia influence campaign that used AI-generated posts to spread misinformation across social platforms.
OpenAI reinstates 5-hour limit on Codex and ChatGPT Work for Plus users
OpenAI restores a 5-hour usage limit for ChatGPT Plus users on Codex and ChatGPT Work, aiming to balance system load and user experience.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT ads in 31 European markets, offers $500 ad credit
OpenAI expands ChatGPT Sponsored ads to 31 European markets, providing a $500 ad credit for new advertisers.
OpenAI's new Messages plugin reads iMessage history with no Apple involvement
OpenAI's ChatGPT desktop app now reads and summarizes iMessage history on Macs, raising privacy questions for all participants.
OpenAI's ChatGPT now reads and drafts Apple Messages on Mac
OpenAI enhances ChatGPT with Apple Messages integration, enabling users to read, draft, and send messages directly from the AI chatbot.
Press Ranger and OtterlyAI: OpenAI Deals Boost ChatGPT Citations by 48%
Press Ranger and OtterlyAI find publishers with OpenAI deals earn 48% more citations on ChatGPT, shifting AI citation dynamics.
Reddit's ChatGPT citations drop 86% as OpenAI tweaks search
Reddit's share of ChatGPT citations fell 86% to 0.5% after OpenAI changed its search methodology, per Gizmodo.
ChatGPT outage: OpenAI confirms login and signup failures
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT login and signup failures, with authentication key errors reported by users.
OpenAI's European ads pivot: consent-first approach to avoid Meta's $451.9M GDPR fine
OpenAI will ask European users for consent before serving personalized ChatGPT ads, unlike Meta's failed 'legitimate interest' strategy.
OpenAI unveils ChatGPT for Teens with suicide, self-harm content filters
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with age-appropriate protections and homework support, targeting 13-17 year-olds.
6sense integrates buyer intelligence into Claude, ChatGPT, Writer, and Agentforce
6sense launches four new products connecting its B2B buyer intelligence to Claude, ChatGPT, Writer, and Agentforce.
OpenAI's ChatGPT now loads 94% faster, handles 741-round conversations in 1.66 seconds
OpenAI's ChatGPT update boosts loading speed by 94%, reduces memory usage, and introduces GPT-5.6 Multi-Agent v2 for automated task delegation.
OpenAI's Computer History logs macOS activity in plain text, excludes Europe
OpenAI's new ChatGPT feature records macOS activity as unencrypted plain text, unavailable in EEA, Switzerland, and UK.
OpenAI's $300-$400 screenless AI speaker with Jony Ive design targets 2027 launch
OpenAI and Jony Ive are reportedly developing a $300-$400 screenless AI smart speaker with advanced sensors, set to launch in 2027.
Parsnipp's Smart LLM Ads merges AI visibility and paid search in one B2B platform
Parsnipp's Smart LLM Ads combines organic AI search insights with ChatGPT ad campaigns in a single platform, per Demand Gen Report.
OpenAI reported a user to the FBI after ChatGPT detected murder plot
OpenAI alerted authorities after a Florida man detailed rape and murder plans to ChatGPT, leading to his arrest.
OpenAI claims 5% of chat logs deleted in NY Times copyright case
OpenAI says 5% of chat logs were deleted, not hidden, in the NY Times copyright case, arguing the publishers lack evidence of systematic regurgitation.
OpenAI's $40B revenue run rate reshapes AI IPO landscape
OpenAI's annualized revenue hits $40B, signaling a potential shift in the AI IPO market and valuation expectations.
OpenAI tests $8 pay-to-reset quota for ChatGPT Plus users
OpenAI is quietly testing a $8 pay-to-reset feature for ChatGPT Plus users who have exhausted their weekly usage quota.
OpenAI's $852B valuation hinges on AI-powered zero-day close
OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar aims to revolutionize finance with AI-driven zero-day close as the company prepares for a potential IPO.
Adobe's Catalog Agent boosts AI shopping assistant visibility by 693%
Adobe introduces AI-powered product discovery tool, increasing AI-driven retail traffic by 693% during 2025 holiday season
OpenAI's $125/month premium tier raises stakes for business AI use
OpenAI launches a $125/month premium business tier for ChatGPT, offering 5x the usage limits of standard seats.