Technology is reaching people quicker than ever. The internet took around seven years to hit 100 million users. Facebook got there in about four and a half. ChatGPT did it in roughly two months. That tells us how fast useful tools now go from idea to everyday life.
With things moving this quickly, focus on what helps. Many communities, organisations, students, individuals and families can use these AI tools to save time, validate ideas, make better decisions, and open new opportunities.
References
- World Bank blog: “Tipping the scales: AI’s dual impact on developing nations”
https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/digital-development/tipping-the-scales–ai-s-dual-impact-on-developing-nations - TechRadar: “Facebook hits 100 million users”
https://www.techradar.com/news/world-of-tech/networking/internet/facebook-hits-100-million-users-459600 - Engadget summary of Reuters and UBS analysis: “ChatGPT reportedly reached 100 million users in January”
https://www.engadget.com/chatgpt-100-million-users-january-130619073.html - Similarweb analysis of early ChatGPT traffic
https://www.similarweb.com/blog/insights/ai-news/chatgpt-25-million/