Threads surpasses ChatGPT in reaching 100 million users, proving its greater significance in the realm of AI apps.

Meta’s latest app, Threads, has achieved a remarkable feat by reaching 100 million users in less than a week since its launch. This Twitter rival has emerged as the fastest-growing app ever, surpassing the highly talked-about AI chatbot, ChatGPT. However, despite its impressive numbers, Threads owes its success in part to its integration with Instagram, which has over a billion active users. Users are encouraged to download Threads, adding yet another social media platform to their devices. With its ad-less and friendly atmosphere, reminiscent of Twitter’s earlier days before Elon Musk’s ownership, Threads may seem enticing. However, history suggests that it may eventually succumb to the pitfalls of becoming a toxic online space. Meanwhile, ChatGPT and other AI applications have a more significant impact on society. ChatGPT, which was released to the public in late November, garnered over 100 million users within a short period. Its influence extends beyond user numbers, as it holds the potential to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and disrupt white-collar industries. Some CEOs are even willing to pay a substantial amount per month to provide ChatGPT Plus accounts to all their employees, highlighting its potential for enhancing productivity. While both Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk are investing heavily in AI, ChatGPT’s user traffic has experienced a slight decline, which is expected after the initial hype. Additionally, the technology behind ChatGPT is still in its early stages, with the potential to revolutionize various industries in unforeseen ways. In contrast, Threads does not possess the same level of necessity. Thus, despite its initial success, Threads pales in comparison to the broader societal impact of AI and ChatGPT.