QuitGPT Trend: Millions of users deleted ChatGPT account, why Claude AI emerged as a hero after the Pentagon deal

News India Live, Digital Desk: There is a big earthquake in the world of Artificial Intelligence at this time. ChatGPT, which till yesterday was considered synonymous with AI, is today facing huge opposition on social media. According to the report of Zee News, the bad talks between Anthropic and the US Defense Department (Pentagon) and then the entry of OpenAI in it has started a new war. The situation is that hashtags like #CancelChatGPT and #QuitGPT are top trending on Twitter (X) and Reddit.1. What is the whole controversy? (The Pentagon Deal Controversy) The controversy started when Anthropic refused to sign a big contract with the US Army. Anthropic’s ‘Red Line’: Anthropic made it clear that it will not allow its AI model ‘Cloud’ to be used for mass surveillance and fully autonomous weapons. Entry of OpenAI: As soon as Anthropic backed out, Sam Altman’s company OpenAI filed a complaint with the Pentagon. Signed a secret deal with. As soon as this news came out, users accused OpenAI of keeping ‘ethics’ in check.2. ‘Cancel ChatGPT’ movement: Why are users running away? Thousands of users are sharing screenshots of canceling their paid subscriptions on social media. According to Sensor Tower data, there has been a huge jump of 295% in the uninstall rate of ChatGPT in the US. The main reasons are: Ethics vs. business: Users believe Anthropic gave up millions of dollars for principles, while OpenAI collaborated with the military for profit. Privacy fears: The deal with the Pentagon means AI can now be used for intelligence and surveillance, making ordinary users concerned about their privacy. Political donations: OpenAI President Greg Brockman, a political super The news of donating $25 million to the PAC (Super PAC) has also added fuel to the fire.3. ‘Claude’ becomes the world’s number-1 app (Downloads Spike) Anthropic has got the direct benefit of the growing anger towards OpenAI. App Store Ranking: In the last 48 hours, Claude AI has become the number-1 free app by climbing rapidly on the App Store. It has overtaken ChatGPT for the first time. User Migration: A large number of developers and students are leaving ChatGPT and shifting to the cloud. There has been an increase of 60% in free cloud users since January.4. Sam Altman’s defense and ‘sorry’ (Sam Altman’s Response) Amidst the growing controversy, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has offered a clarification. He acknowledged on Will go.5. Big change in AI market (Market Shift) This controversy proves that in 2026, users want not only ‘best technology’ but also ‘trusted partner’. Anthropic’s stand: Anthropic has said that any kind of threat from Washington or the tag of “supply-chain risk” will not force them to retreat from their security principles.