ChatGPT’s market share slips below 50% for first time

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ChatGPT's global market share dropped below 50% as competitors like Google's Gemini and Anthropic's Claude gain popularity among users.

Summary

According to Sensor Tower’s 2026 State of AI Report, ChatGPT has fallen below a 50% market share for the first time, reaching 46.4% by May. While OpenAI’s chatbot remains the most popular with over 1.1 billion monthly users, competitors like Gemini and Claude are growing significantly. The industry is currently shifting focus from rapid user acquisition to monetization, with companies experimenting with advertisements and subscription models to sustain long-term revenue.

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