$SMWB

ChatGPT Is Eating the Internet: OpenAI Commands 80% of AI Market

A new Similarweb report reveals that ChatGPT commands 5.5 billion monthly visits while competitors struggle to make a fraction of that.

Original reporting
Decrypt.co · Jose Antonio Lanz
Published Jun 11, 2025, 9:58 PM UTC
Analysis
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Added to alphai Jun 11, 2025, 10:01 PM UTC. Informational, not investment advice.
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SMWBNeutralMed
01

Why it matters

This dominance underscores the increasing importance of AI in digital ecosystems, potentially accelerating investments and corporate strategies.

02

Market read

The AI market is experiencing rapid growth, with major tech firms positioned to benefit, influencing investment strategies.

03

What to watch

Potential regulatory challenges and ethical concerns could slow AI adoption and impact valuations.

Timing: short to medium term (next 1-6 months)

Background

The article highlights ChatGPT's dominance in AI web traffic, indicating strong user engagement and market influence.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SMWBNeutralLow confidence
Context

SMWB's involvement in AI and digital infrastructure.

Expected impact

Limited immediate impact; longer-term potential.

Evidence & confidence

SMWB's relevance is less established, and market impact depends on future developments.

Market effects

Technology sector, especially AI hardware and cloud services, will likely see growth.

Primarily US and Asia-Pacific markets due to major tech companies.

High, as AI adoption influences global tech competitiveness.

Counterpoint

Rapid AI market growth may lead to overvaluation, risking a correction.

Key entities

  • OpenAI

    Developer of ChatGPT and leader in AI research.

  • Microsoft

    Partner with OpenAI, integrating AI into cloud and enterprise services.

  • Google

    Competitor in AI research and cloud services.

  • NVIDIA

    Manufacturer of GPUs critical for AI training.

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