OpenAI says GPT-5 has demonstrated the ability to accelerate scientific research workflows but can't run projects or solve scientific problems autonomously (Radhika Rajkumar/ZDNET)

Anthropic is following a similar investment strategy as OpenAI, raising concerns about the implications of circular AI deals. Meanwhile, Google has made significant strides with the release of its new AI model, Gemini 3, which is expected to enhance user interactions and search capabilities.

OpenAI has announced the global rollout of group chats in ChatGPT, making the feature available to all logged-in users across Free, Go, Plus, and Pro plans. This follows a successful pilot in select regions, enhancing user interaction and collaboration on the platform.

OpenAI has launched 'ChatGPT for Teachers,' a free version of its AI chatbot specifically designed for verified K-12 teachers in the United States. This initiative aims to provide educators with accessible tools to enhance their teaching methods and engage students more effectively.

OpenAI has launched a group chat feature in ChatGPT, initially testing it in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand. This new functionality aims to enhance user interaction by allowing multiple users to engage in conversations simultaneously, facilitating collaboration and dynamic discussions.

OpenAI has announced that its latest model, GPT-5, has made significant advancements in accelerating scientific research. However, the company cautions that the model should not be relied upon to operate independently, indicating that the development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is still not imminent.

Numeric, a company specializing in automating accounting workflows, has successfully raised $51 million in Series B funding led by IVP. This funding round increases Numeric's total funding to $89 million. The company has announced that it counts OpenAI and Brex among its clients.

OpenAI is facing significant challenges as concerns grow regarding its transparency and the implications of its recent investments. The company has committed to spending approximately $1.4 trillion on data centers over the next decade, but has not disclosed its auditor, raising questions about its financial practices. This situation comes amid broader scrutiny of AI technologies and their impact on various sectors.

OpenAI has released the Agentic Codex model, which is capable of functioning for over 24 hours. This new model is available to users on ChatGPT Plus, enhancing the capabilities of AI-assisted coding and software engineering tasks. The introduction of this model marks a significant advancement in OpenAI's efforts to improve coding efficiency and problem-solving abilities.