ChatGPT downloads are slowing — and may cause problems for OpenAI’s IPO

ChatGPT’s app growth is slowing, with Sensor Tower data showing a surge in uninstalls and weaker user growth.

Rival Claude is reportedly gaining downloads faster, narrowing the momentum gap in the AI chatbot market.

The report lands as OpenAI considers an IPO and faces concern after missing internal user and revenue targets.

Slower growth and higher churn could make it harder for OpenAI to raise capital and cover major computing commitments.