OpenAI's new image generator is now available to all users

OpenAI has made its new image generator, powered by the GPT-4o model, available to all users, as announced by CEO Sam Altman. Previously, this feature was exclusive to paying users of ChatGPT. Although the exact limit for free-tier users is unclear, Altman mentioned a possible cap of three images per day. The image generation tool quickly gained popularity, with high demand reportedly causing strain on the company’s GPUs. It also sparked controversy for its ability to mimic the style of Studio Ghibli, raising copyright and training data concerns. Additionally, some users have utilized the tool to create fake receipts.

In other developments, OpenAI announced it has raised $40 billion in funding led by SoftBank, achieving a valuation of $300 billion. The company also reported that ChatGPT has reached 500 million weekly active users and 700 million monthly active users. An OpenAI spokesperson stated that all generated images include metadata indicating their origin and that the company enforces guidelines to prevent misuse.

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OpenAI's new image generator, powered by the GPT-4o model, is now available to all users, expanding from its previous availability only to paying users.
CEO Sam Altman mentioned a limit of three images per day for users on the free tier, although the exact limit is not confirmed.
The image generation tool quickly gained popularity and controversy, particularly for its ability to mimic the style of Studio Ghibli, raising copyright concerns.
OpenAI announced it raised $40 billion in funding led by SoftBank, valuing the company at $300 billion, and reported 500 million weekly active users for ChatGPT.

OpenAI's new image generator is now available to all users | TechCrunch

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