ChatGPT adds one million users per hour with AI image tool
The AI image generation feature attracts one million users per hour, driving massive growth for OpenAI.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is experiencing unprecedented growth following the release of its new AI image generation feature. According to CEO Sam Altman, the AI tool has been attracting one million new users per hour, spurred by what he described as ‘biblical demand.’
The GPT-4o model, now available to free users, has quickly become a sensation, drawing comparisons to the app’s initial launch 26 months ago.
The latest update allows users to generate highly detailed visuals, including logos, diagrams, and imagery with precise meaning. OpenAI has touted GPT-4o’s ability to accurately render text, follow prompts closely, and draw from its extensive knowledge base to produce tailored visuals.
Popular uses include crafting images in the style of Studio Ghibli, which has led to a flood of creative outputs shared across social media platforms.
However, the overwhelming popularity has strained OpenAI’s resources. Sam Altman acknowledged the situation by noting that their GPUs were ‘melting’ under the pressure.
To manage the surge, OpenAI implemented temporary rate limits to enhance efficiency and maintain service quality.
The company’s success has also attracted significant investment, with OpenAI securing $40 billion in funding, bringing its valuation to $300 billion.
Since launching in November 2022, ChatGPT has amassed 500 million users, solidifying its position as one of the most influential AI platforms globally.
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