OpenAI Reports 1.2B Weekly Users and Launches New ChatGPT Features

OpenAI announced that its ChatGPT platform now has 1.2 billion weekly users, marking significant growth in user engagement. This announcement coincided with the introduction of new product features during the DevDay 2026 event on September 29. Among the new capabilities, OpenAI introduced agents designed to handle ongoing responsibilities, enhancing the functionality of the ChatGPT and Codex tools.

Additionally, OpenAI is supporting the growth of the Lenfest program, which was announced on September 28, 2026. This initiative aims to foster creativity and discovery through AI, as stated by OpenAI: "We believe AI can help bring about a new renaissance of creativity and discovery."

The introduction of these features and the substantial user base indicate a shift towards more integrated and capable AI tools, which practitioners can leverage for more complex tasks and applications.