Sam Altman says OpenAI's o1 Models Will Accelerate the Path to Level Three AI
In a fireside chat with T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert, OpenAI’s Sam Altman shared insights on OpenAI’s vision of how AI could reshape industries and accelerate human progress.
OpenAI
An AI research and deployment company aiming to ensure artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity. Known for ChatGPT and GPT-4, it has strategic partnerships, including with Microsoft.
T-Mobile and OpenAI Partner to Launch IntentCX, an Advanced AI-Driven Customer Experience Platform
The platform will analyze customer interactions in real-time, understanding intent and sentiment to provide personalized solutions and even take proactive actions on behalf of customers.
OpenAI Updates Safety and Security Measures with Independent Oversight
The newly empowered SSC will have the authority to delay model releases if safety concerns are not adequately addressed.
OpenAI Launches o1, a New AI Model Family with Advanced Reasoning Capabilities
These models are trained to "to spend more time thinking through problems" before they respond—just like a human. They use a technique called chain-of-thought, which enables the AI to break down problems, consider multiple approaches, and even correct its own mistakes.
OpenAI to Launch Strawberry, a Reasoning-Focused AI Model, as Part of ChatGPT in the Next Two Weeks
Strawberry’s standout feature is its ability to “think” before delivering responses, taking between 10 to 20 seconds to process a query before answering.
OpenAI Has More Than 1 Million ChatGPT Business Users
The figure represents significant growth from April, when OpenAI reported 600,000 business users.
NVIDIA and Apple in Talks to Join OpenAI’s Multibillion-Dollar Funding Round
The funding round, reportedly led by existing shareholder Thrive Capital, is expected to value OpenAI at over $100 billion, up from its current $86 billion valuation.
ChatGPT Doubles Weekly Active Users to 200 Million
This user growth is expected to accelerate further with Apple's recent partnership with OpenAI.
OpenAI Has Demonstrated "Strawberry" AI Capabilities to U.S. National Security Officials
Strawberry, previously known as Q*, is reportedly significant technical leap forward in AI capabilities, particularly in complex problem-solving and reasoning.
OpenAI Joins Opposition to California’s AI Safety Bill
In a letter to State Senator Scott Wiener, OpenAI's chief strategy officer Jason Kwon argued that the bill could stifle innovation and drive AI companies out of California.
OpenAI Announces Multi-Year Content Partnership with Condé Nast
This deal adds Condé Nast's prestigious portfolio, including Vogue, The New Yorker, and Wired, to OpenAI's growing list of media collaborations.
OpenAI Disrupts Iranian Influence Operation That Used ChatGPT
The operation was using the AI assistant to produce articles and social media posts on subjects ranging from U.S. politics to global events, which were then distributed across multiple platforms.
OpenAI Publishes GPT-4o Model Card Detailing Extensive Safety and Risk Mitigation Measures
It offers an in-depth look at the extensive safety protocols and risk mitigations that were implemented during the model’s development and deployment.
OpenAI Adds AI Safety Expert Zico Kolter to Board
Kolter currently leads the Machine Learning Department at Carnegie Mellon and brings over a decade of experience in AI research, particularly in developing methods to assess and enhance the safety of AI systems.
OpenAI Launches Structured Outputs, Slashes Prices for GPT-4o
By ensuring consistent and accurate JSON outputs, developers can build more robust applications that interact seamlessly with their existing systems.
Elon Musk Sues OpenAI Again Over Fraud and Breach of Contract
Musk asserts that OpenAI misled him and the public by accepting contributions under the guise of developing artificial general intelligence for the benefit of humanity, only to profit from their technology and decline to open-source their AI models.
OpenAI Sees Leadership Shake-Up as Co-founder Exits and President Takes Leave
John Schulman, one of OpenAI’s co-founders, has left the company for rival AI startup Anthropic. Meanwhile, OpenAI president and fellow co-founder Greg Brockman is taking an extended leave through the end of the year to “relax and recharge,” the company confirmed.
YouTube Creator Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Unauthorized Use of Video Transcripts
He contends that OpenAI’s practices constitute unfair competition under California law, seeking both injunctive relief and monetary damages for the affected class members.
Microsoft Lists OpenAI as Competitor: Strategic Move in AI Search Race
The filing specifically mentions OpenAI alongside Google as rivals in search, coinciding with OpenAI's launch of SearchGPT. But this competitive positioning doesn't tell the whole story.
OpenAI to Provide Government with Early Access to Next Foundation Model
These government collaborations are becoming increasingly common in the AI industry as companies navigate the complex landscape of rapid advancement and public accountability.
OpenAI Begins Rollout of its Advanced Voice Mode
This rollout is part of OpenAI’s iterative deployment strategy. The company plans to monitor the feature closely with its initial alpha group and gradually extend it to all Plus users by fall.
OpenAI Backs Three Key Senate AI Bills
In a LinkedIn post, Makanju emphasized the importance of government involvement in ensuring the safe and accessible development of advanced AI.
OpenAI is Testing a Version of GPT-4o with 64K Output Tokens
Longer completions open the door for more complex, long-form AI applications. Think of AI assistants writing comprehensive research papers, generating more detailed technical documentation, or ingesting and outputting bigger codebases.
OpenAI Previews SearchGPT Prototype, an AI-Powered Search Engine
SearchGPT is currently in limited testing (personal accounts can request access), but OpenAI plans to integrate the most successful features directly into ChatGPT in the future.
Sam Altman Advocates for U.S. Leadership in AI Development
"If we want a more democratic world, history tells us our only choice is to develop an AI strategy that will help create it, and that the nations and technologists who have a lead have a responsibility to make that choice — now."