OpenAI (U.S. language model lab) expands ChatGPT into consumer discounts
On September 8, 2025, reports highlighted that ChatGPT is being used by consumers to secure personalized discounts, including restaurant savings of up to 25%. The model leverages contextual prompts to surface hidden deals, acting as an intermediary between users and retail platforms. This shift indicates a broader push to position AI assistants beyond productivity and content creation toward real-world commerce. While anecdotal use cases are gaining traction, no verified data on adoption rates or merchant partnerships has been disclosed, leaving its long-term market impact uncertain.
ChatGPT is now being used to find real-world discounts, with reports of users saving up to 25% on meals. The trend shows AI assistants moving beyond content tasks into everyday commerce, though adoption data and merchant partnerships remain undisclosed.