ChatGPT, launched in November 2022 by OpenAI, has experienced rapid growth, adoption by Fortune 500 companies, and integration into Apple's upcoming Apple Intelligence. Key developments include the release of GPT-4o with voice capabilities, internal leadership changes, and lawsuits alleging copyright infringement.
Key Updates & Events
- GPT-4o upgraded with enhanced creative writing and file analysis.
- Advanced Voice Mode expanded to web access for paid subscribers.
- ChatGPT desktop app for macOS now reads code from developer apps.
- OpenAI launched ChatGPT Search, challenging Google Search.
- Apple Intelligence with ChatGPT features rolled out in iOS 18.1.
- OpenAI acquired Chat.com domain.
- Content deals signed with Hearst, Condé Nast, TIME, and others.
- New "Canvas" interface introduced for writing and coding projects.
- Advanced Voice Mode expanded to Mac and PC desktop apps.
- OpenAI is reportedly developing its own AI chip.
- Search functionality added to ChatGPT chat history.
- OpenAI o1 model previewed with self-fact-checking capabilities.
- OpenAI reached 1 million paid users for its corporate ChatGPT offerings.
- Controversies arose regarding voice imitation, election influence, and data privacy.
- Lawsuits filed against OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement.
- OpenAI formed partnerships with various organizations for research and development.
- Pricing increases for ChatGPT Plus are anticipated.
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