ChatGPT ditches controversial feature that slowed down responses for millions

OpenAI has rolled back a key feature in ChatGPT that automatically directed users to more advanced AI models. Free and $5-a-month Go tier users will now default to GPT-5.2 Instant, the fastest version of OpenAI’s model series. Maxwell Zeff reports for Wired that the change affects hundreds of millions of users. The model router, launched …

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ChatGPT’s new image tool generates pictures four times faster than before

OpenAI has released an updated version of its image generation feature in ChatGPT. The new model creates images up to four times faster than the previous version and offers more precise editing capabilities. The company also introduced a dedicated section for image creation within ChatGPT’s interface. The updated model, available through ChatGPT for all users …

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ChatGPT’s smartest brain yet: GPT-5.2 arrives with fewer hallucinations and stronger coding skills

OpenAI has released GPT-5.2, its latest artificial intelligence model series, on December 11, 2025. The company describes it as the most capable model for professional knowledge work to date. The release includes three variants: GPT-5.2 Instant for faster responses, GPT-5.2 Thinking for complex tasks, and GPT-5.2 Pro for the most demanding questions. According to OpenAI, …

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Why Google Chrome Isn’t Worried About AI Browsers Taking Over Yet

New AI-powered browsers from OpenAI and Perplexity are not yet ready to replace conventional browsers like Chrome and Safari. Natalie Lung reports for Bloomberg. Testing over a month revealed frequent bugs and failures on seemingly simple tasks. AI browsers such as OpenAI’s Atlas and Perplexity’s Comet place chatbots at the center of the browsing experience. …

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OpenAI and Anthropic join forces to standardize AI agent technology

Anthropic has transferred ownership of its Model Context Protocol to the newly established Agentic AI Foundation, a directed fund under the Linux Foundation. The foundation was co-founded by Anthropic, Block, and OpenAI, with additional support from Google, Microsoft, AWS, Cloudflare, and Bloomberg. The Model Context Protocol serves as a universal standard for connecting AI applications …

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Best AI for content creation: ChatGPT vs. Gemini vs. Copilot vs. Claude

ChatGPT is the pioneer and most used platform when it comes to generative AI. But is it still the best choice? On this page, I’ll give you an overview of the market leader and three of its strongest competitors: Google’s Gemini, Microsoft’s Copilot, and Claude from the quickly growing startup Anthropic. My question: Which of …

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Sam Altman issues ‘code red’ as Google’s Gemini threatens ChatGPT’s dominance

OpenAI is facing significant competitive pressure, primarily from Google’s new AI model, Gemini 3. In an internal memo, OpenAI’s chief executive Sam Altman declared a “code red” to improve ChatGPT, telling staff the company is at a “critical time.” He warned that the launch of Gemini 3, which has outperformed rivals on several benchmarks, could …

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OpenAI introduces a personal shopping assistant in ChatGPT

​OpenAI has launched a new shopping research feature in ChatGPT to help users find products, compare items, and get gift ideas. The tool acts as a personal shopper, creating customized buying guides for free. Sabrina Ortiz reports for ZDNet that the feature is rolling out to all logged-in users on mobile and web. The assistant …

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OpenAI makes ChatGPT group chats available worldwide

OpenAI has rolled out its group chat feature for ChatGPT to all users globally. This follows a successful test with a small number of people last week, as Juli Clover reports for 9to5Mac. The feature allows up to 20 people to collaborate with the AI chatbot in a single conversation. According to OpenAI, potential uses …

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