OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, may introduce ads for free users in the future to boost profits, though no immediate plans are in place. CFO Sarah Friar highlighted the high cost of running AI servers as a factor, but CEO Sam Altman views ads as a “last resort.”
Currently, OpenAI monetizes through its $20/month ChatGPT Plus subscription, offering advanced features and special plans for businesses. Meanwhile, Apple is integrating ChatGPT into Siri with iOS 18.2, set to launch later this month, promoting ChatGPT Plus directly within the iOS Settings app.
Source: 9to5Mac
