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OpenAI releases GPT-5, a potential barometer for whether artificial intelligence hype is justified

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — OpenAI on Thursday released the fifth generation of the artificial intelligence technology that powers ChatGPT, a product update that

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  1. OpenAI takes on Meta by launching free and customisable AI models

    Headline from The Guardian ·

  2. Newest

    OpenAI releases GPT-5, a potential barometer for whether artificial intelligence hype is justified

    Headline from WFMZ Allentown ·

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21 articles, oldest first.

  1. The Guardian

    OpenAI takes on Meta by launching free and customisable AI models (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    Developer of ChatGPT says the tools will be ‘for wide benefit’, echoing announcement by Mark Zuckerberg

  2. CNET

    GPT-5 Is Coming. Here's What OpenAI Has Said So Far (opens CNET)

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    CNET's feed description

    The next flagship model for the most popular AI platform is expected soon.

  3. NBC News

    OpenAI releases GPT-5, calling it a ‘team of Ph.D. level experts in your pocket’ (opens NBC News)

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    NBC News's feed description

    OpenAI on Thursday released the newest version of the artificial intelligence model that powers its popular ChatGPT chatbot, with CEO Sam Altman promoting it as like having a “team of Ph.D.

  4. KTVZ Bend

    ChatGPT is getting a big upgrade. It’s smarter and less likely to deceive you (opens KTVZ Bend)

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    KTVZ Bend's feed description

    By Lisa Eadicicco, CNN (CNN) — OpenAI on Thursday launched GPT-5, an upgraded version of the AI model behind ChatGPT that the company claims is significantly faster and more capable than its predecessor.

  5. The Atlantic

    The New ChatGPT Resets the AI Race (opens The Atlantic)

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    The Atlantic's feed description

    With GPT-5, OpenAI is making its strongest effort yet to hook users.

  6. Government Executive

    OpenAI to give federal agencies ChatGPT access at $1 per year (opens Government Executive)

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    Government Executive's feed description

    The General Services Administration signs this new OneGov pact to help agencies adopt advanced artificial intelligence tools as part of the Trump admini...

  7. WFMZ Allentown

    OpenAI releases GPT-5, a potential barometer for whether artificial intelligence hype is justified (opens WFMZ Allentown)

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    WFMZ Allentown's feed description

    SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — OpenAI on Thursday released the fifth generation of the artificial intelligence technology that powers ChatGPT, a product update that

  8. CBS News

    OpenAI unveils ChatGPT‑5. Here (opens CBS News)

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    CBS News's feed description

    OpenAI executives say ChatGPT‑5​ is more accurate than its predecessor and excels at coding.

  9. Digital Journal

    OpenAI releases ChatGPT-5 as AI race accelerates (opens Digital Journal)

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    Digital Journal's feed description

    OpenAI on Thursday released a keenly awaited new generation of its hallmark ChatGPT, touting "significant" advancements in artificial intelligence

  10. BGR

    OpenAI Reveals New GPT-5 Models (opens BGR)

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    BGR's feed description

    GPT-5 is finally here, as OpenAI rolls its "smartest, fastest, most useful model yet" on ChatGPT, drawing on the strengths of all of its previous releases.

  11. Gizmodo

    OpenAI Really Wants the U.S. Government to Use ChatGPT (opens Gizmodo)

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    Gizmodo's feed description

    The AI company is offering access to ChatGPT Enterprise to federal agencies for just $1.

  12. Forbes

    ChatGPT 5: A New Model From OpenAI (opens Forbes)

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    Forbes's feed description

    After today’s livestream, ChatGPT 5 will be available to all OpenAI users.

  13. The Guardian

    OpenAI says latest ChatGPT upgrade is big step forward but still can’t do humans’ jobs (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    Though GPT-5 model has better coding and writing abilities it is not yet able to ‘continuously learn’

  14. The Hill

    OpenAI unveils GPT-5 (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    OpenAI on Thursday unveiled its new version of ChatGPT, GPT-5, with the company’s CEO Sam Altman calling it “a major upgrade” from the previous version. “Thirty-two months ago, we launched ChatGPT. And since then, it has become the default way that people use AI.

  15. CNET

    GPT-5: Here's What's New in ChatGPT's Big Update (opens CNET)

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    CNET's feed description

    OpenAI said its new generative AI model is a lot faster and smarter than its predecessor.

  16. FOX Business

    OpenAI GPT‑5 is here: Company unveils 'PhD-level experts in your pocket' (opens FOX Business)

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    FOX Business's feed description

    OpenAI unveils GPT-5 with advanced coding capabilities, vibecoding feature, and more natural conversation style. This will be available to all ChatGPT users.

  17. BGR

    ChatGPT App Just Got A Big Makeover Ahead Of The GPT-5 Release (opens BGR)

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    BGR's feed description

    OpenAI is expected to launch its long-awaited GPT-5 upgrade for ChatGPT on August 7, and the ChatGPT app just received a redesign to mark the occasion.

  18. CNET

    GPT-5: OpenAI's Dropping Hints About ChatGPT's New AI Model. How to Watch the Livestream (opens CNET)

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    CNET's feed description

    The engine behind ChatGPT has long been expected to get a revamp.

  19. New York Post

    OpenAI launches ChatGPT-5, promises ‘PhD level expert’ for all users (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    OpenAI launched on Thursday its GPT-5 artificial intelligence model, the highly anticipated latest installment of a technology that has helped transform global business and culture.

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