OpenAI’s GPT-4o image generator went viral almost instantly after thousands of users began creating images in the iconic style of Studio Ghibli, raising serious copyright concerns. The artificial intelligence mimics the Japanese animation studio’s visual world with remarkable accuracy based solely on text prompts. The phenomenon was amplified
A joint study by OpenAI and the MIT Media Lab, published on 21 March 2025, found that users who form emotional bonds with ChatGPT are more prone to loneliness and emotional dependency. The researchers analysed nearly 40 million ChatGPT interactions using automated methods. They conducted a randomised controlled trial (RCT)
Due to the excessive use of ChatGPT's image generation function, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, on 30 March 2025, urged users to cut back on generating Studio Ghibli-style images, as it is placing an extraordinary strain on the company’s GPU resources and staff. In a message posted
On 28 January 2025, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Gov, a dedicated AI platform developed specifically for US government agencies. Delivered via Microsoft Azure’s cloud services, the platform provides access to OpenAI’s most advanced language models for public sector use. ChatGPT Gov enables government bodies to adopt AI technologies while
Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek unveiled its new chatbot in January 2025, which, they claim, operates at a considerably lower cost and energy consumption than competitors. This could represent a significant breakthrough in reducing the environmental impact of artificial intelligence, as current data centres consume 1-2% of global electricity, according
OpenAI announced on 25th February 2025 that it is making its Deep Research feature available to all paying ChatGPT users. The advanced research tool, which is based on the o3 model and was previously accessible only to Pro users, is now available to Plus (for $20 per month), Team, Edu,
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, announced the roadmap for new artificial intelligence models on February 12, 2025: GPT-4.5 will arrive within weeks, while GPT-5 will be available months later, in the second half of 2025. The announcement is particularly significant as OpenAI is radically simplifying its product portfolio and
On February 6, 2025, OpenAI announced the launch of its European data storage service, which allows companies to comply with local data protection regulations. The new feature affects ChatGPT Enterprise, ChatGPT Edu and API Platform users, ensuring data storage and processing within Europe. As part of the European data storage
On 31 January 2025, OpenAI introduced the o3-mini model, marking a significant advancement in the company’s cost-efficient artificial intelligence development. Replacing the previous o1-mini, the new model features enhanced STEM capabilities while delivering a 24% faster response time than its predecessor. The o3-mini delivers outstanding performance in mathematics, coding,
