ChatGPT Uninstalls Rise After Pentagon Deal as Anthropic's Claude Gains Users

Following OpenAI's partnership with the US Department of Defense, ChatGPT experienced a 295% surge in app uninstalls in the US, amid user backlash over potential military applications. Concurrently, Anthropic's Claude AI, which declined Pentagon contracts citing ethical concerns, saw significant growth in downloads and active users. Anthropic has introduced features to ease switching from ChatGPT, including free memory recall and data import tools. OpenAI and Anthropic both assert safeguards against domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons, while debates continue over AI's military use and user trust.