On December 7, 2025, OpenAI VP and Head of ChatGPT Nick Turley issued an official statement in response to viral screenshots and social media rumors. Turley denied that "live ad tests" are being run within ChatGPT. This statement, covered by Business Insider and Reuters, was made to manage user expectations and maintain trust. Although OpenAI previously acknowledged considering advertising as a potential monetization model, the representative stressed that actual testing has not yet begun.
OpenAI Denies "Live Ad Tests" Running in ChatGPT (VP Statement)
