Summary
OpenAI has introduced its new AI model, GPT-5, claiming it provides expertise similar to that of a person with a PhD. The model is said to be smarter and more precise, with better reasoning and fewer inaccuracies. OpenAI aims to provide a more helpful and accurate experience for users, especially in coding tasks, and plans to make GPT-5 available to the public shortly.
Key Facts
- OpenAI launched GPT-5, a new version of its AI chatbot, ChatGPT.
- The company claims GPT-5 performs at a "PhD-level" in tasks like coding and writing.
- Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, described GPT-5 as a significant advancement in AI.
- GPT-5 is designed to have fewer "hallucinations," where it gives incorrect answers, and to be less misleading.
- The model can create software from scratch and deliver answers with clear reasoning and logic.
- GPT-5 will be available to all users starting from Thursday.
- There is a discussion about whether the improvements are as impactful as advertised, with some experts suggesting the updates are more evolutionary than revolutionary.
- OpenAI faced some issues with Anthropic, a competitor, over the use of an API, but plans to continue free-tier offerings for GPT-5.