Exciting Sneak Peek: OpenAI Unveils a Streamlined GPT-5 Model!
Welcome to this week’s Week in Review, where we cover the latest developments in technology and social media. This week, we discuss OpenAI’s cancellation of the o3 release, TikTok’s return to U.S. app stores, complications in Elon Musk’s bid for OpenAI, and much more!
OpenAI Cancels o3 Release in Favor of GPT-5
OpenAI has officially canceled the upcoming launch of its o3 AI model, opting instead for a more streamlined product strategy. In a recent post on X, CEO Sam Altman announced plans to integrate o3 into GPT-5, which will be featured in ChatGPT and its API. Consequently, o3 will not be released as a standalone model.
Before the launch of GPT-5, OpenAI intends to release GPT-4.5, marking the company’s last “non-chain-of-thought model,” according to Altman.
TikTok Returns to U.S. App Stores
After nearly a month of absence due to a national security law, TikTok has been reinstated to the App Store and Google Play in the United States. The restoration follows a letter from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, which indicated that the ban would not be enforced immediately.
- Apps like CapCut and Lemon8 were also restored.
- The reinstatement marks a significant win for TikTok amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
Apple Teases New iPhone SE
In other news, Apple CEO Tim Cook hinted at the arrival of a new device, likely the fourth-generation iPhone SE, set to launch this Wednesday. It has been three years since the last model was released at a price of $429.
This new iPhone SE is expected to feature:
- The latest chip from the iPhone 16.
- Removal of the Touch ID home button.
Elon Musk’s Complications with OpenAI Bid
In a surprising turn, Elon Musk’s legal team has stated that he will withdraw his $97.4 billion bid for OpenAI if the board commits to keeping the organization as a nonprofit. The filing emphasizes the seriousness of Musk’s offer.
Read more on Business Insider.
Other Notable Tech News
Tesla Defamation Suit
A Chinese court has ordered Zhang Yazhou to pay approximately $23,000 in damages to Tesla after she alleged that her Tesla Model 3 crashed due to faulty brakes. Tesla had previously counter-sued her for defamation.
Instagram Alternative Emerges
In a bid to attract former Instagram users, a new app named Pinksky has launched an Android version of its photo-centric social networking platform, built on open technology.
Google DeepMind’s Soccer Robots
Researchers from Google DeepMind have showcased miniature humanoid robots that can learn to play soccer, mastering skills such as kicking and recovering from falls, which could reshape the future of robotics in sports.
Google Expands NotebookLM Plus
Google has expanded its NotebookLM Plus service, a premium AI-based note-taking tool, to users subscribed to the Google One AI Premium plan, offering higher usage limits and enhanced features.
Zeta Achieves High Valuation
The banking software provider Zeta has raised $50 million, bringing its valuation to $2 billion, representing a 70% increase since 2021.
Google Maps Updates
In a recent update, Google Maps users in the U.S. will see the Gulf of America instead of the Gulf of Mexico, following an executive order from President Trump, while international users will see both names.
Perplexity’s Growth Strategy
Instead of traditional advertising, Perplexity, an AI search engine, utilized X to promote app downloads with a chance to win $1 million, resulting in a 50% increase in mobile installs.
Tumblr Joins the Fediverse
Tumblr is set to migrate to the WordPress infrastructure, allowing users to federate their blogs via ActivityPub, aligning with the trend of open social networks.
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