Part 11/12:
Conclusion: A New Era of Tech Strategy
In sum, ChatGPT is at a pivotal crossroads. While it looks primed to become the next Google, it’s actually following a strategy rooted in social engagement and distribution dominance—more like Facebook than Google. Its current “lightning in a bottle” success hinges on accidental strength—massive user habits, brand recognition, and sheer engagement—yet it faces immense hurdles to sustain that position.