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The VergeAugust 11, 2026· 1 min read

ChatGPT and Gemini both just passed 1 billion users

ChatGPT and Gemini both reached 1 billion users, a significant milestone in AI adoption. This marks the 14th time a Google product has hit this mark.

What happened

ChatGPT and Gemini, two popular AI chatbots, have now reached 1 billion users each. ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, achieved this milestone earlier but only announced it recently. Gemini, a Google product, has become the company's fastest-growing product ever.

Why it matters

As a business owner, this growth in AI adoption can impact how you interact with customers and manage your operations. You may need to consider how AI-powered chatbots can enhance your customer service and streamline processes.

The takeaway

Consider how AI-powered chatbots can improve your business's customer service and operational efficiency, but don't feel pressured to adopt new technology without evaluating its specific value for your company.

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