Within a week of its original introduction in the United States, OpenAI’s ChatGPT iOS app had rapidly expanded its availability to 32 countries, including India and several European countries. The software has already surpassed half a million downloads in the first six days, exceeding other AI and chatbot programmes such as Microsoft Edge and Bing in terms of downloads.
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Estonia, Ghana, India, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Lithuania, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Namibia, Nauru, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Qatar, Slovenia, Tunisia, and the United Arab Emirates are among the new countries to join ChatGPT.
During his globe trip, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been actively meeting with international politicians and leaders to establish partnerships and gather insights into their worries about artificial intelligence. Altman recently met with European heads of state and plans to visit India early next month, highlighting OpenAI’s dedication to global collaboration.
The ChatGPT software has transformed human-computer interaction by allowing users to develop a wide range of content, including business models, code, and even theatre scripts. Its popularity extends beyond functionality, as the programme is free and free of unwanted adverts. Furthermore, ChatGPT Plus users can enjoy improved capabilities powered by OpenAI’s sophisticated Whisper speech recognition engine for $20 per month. While the app is now only available on iOS, OpenAI is actively working on an Android version that will be launched in the near future.
While OpenAI’s ChatGPT iOS app has grown in popularity and extended into new nations, it is not without its detractors. As the programme relies on artificial intelligence, there is a risk of inaccuracy, bias, and copyright violation. Critics say that technology will lead to job automation and the displacement of human labour in a variety of areas. There are also privacy and data security concerns, as user interactions and data obtained through the app could be used for unknown purposes. As the app evolves and expands its reach – with easier access – it is critical to address these critiques and ensure openness and appropriate use of this technology.