Google has recently unveiled Gemini 3, promoted as its “most advanced” AI model to date. The AI rankings validate this assertion, with Gemini 3 surpassing rivals such as ChatGPT in LMArena. In light of increasing competition, OpenAI’s Sam Altman has allegedly issued a “code red” alert within the organization.
The news was disclosed through a memo that was leaked to The Wall Street Journal. While many specifics remain unclear, the memo underscored the substantial challenge posed by Gemini 3 and Anthropic’s Claude, prompting OpenAI to respond proactively.
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A tweet by former Googler Deedy Das suggests that OpenAI has experienced nearly a 6 percent decrease in traffic since the debut of Gemini 3. Data from SimilarWeb indicates that ChatGPT’s average daily visits fell from 203 million to 191 million, approximately a loss of 12 million users each day over the last week. Although part of this decline could be linked to Thanksgiving, the drop is considerable.
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Challenges began months prior with the launch of GPT-5, which faced immediate criticism for its less approachable tone compared to earlier models. The negative feedback prompted OpenAI to reintroduce GPT-4o. Even though GPT-5 boasts capabilities, its absence of personality has irritated regular users. Furthermore, OpenAI has faced difficulties in balancing performance and safety, as ongoing issues have underscored.
OpenAI appeared set to retain its position in the AI chatbot arena, but