ChatGPT doesn't have PMF for 80% or more of its users.

2026-02-09 · Bits and Bobs 2/9/26

ChatGPT doesn't have PMF for 80% or more of its users.
- Feels like a crazy statement.
- Those are the people who aren't willing to pay for a subscription… and also potentially disgusted by ads.
- It's very easy to make a business that has momentum from selling dollar bills for 50 cents.
- True PMF requires a business model that is viable.

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