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OpenAI Unveils o1 Model & ChatGPT Pro For $200 Per Month

OpenAI has unveiled its latest advancements in artificial intelligence, introducing the highly anticipated o1 model and a new premium subscription tier called ChatGPT Pro.

This launch marks a significant step forward in AI capabilities, particularly in reasoning, problem-solving, and handling complex queries across various domains.

The o1 model, now integrated into ChatGPT, represents a substantial improvement over its predecessor. It boasts enhanced reasoning abilities, making it particularly adept at tackling challenging problems in fields such as data science, programming, and case law analysis. OpenAI claims that o1 reduces major errors by 34% on complex real-world questions compared to its preview version.

One of the most notable features of o1 is its ability to “think” before responding, resulting in more detailed and accurate outputs. This approach has led to impressive performance in benchmark tests. For instance, o1 achieved an 83% accuracy rate on a qualifying exam for the International Mathematics Olympiad, significantly outperforming previous models.

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Alongside o1, OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Pro, a new subscription tier priced at $200 per month. This premium offering provides unlimited access to OpenAI’s most advanced models, including o1, o1-mini, GPT-4o, and Advanced Voice. The standout feature of ChatGPT Pro is the o1 pro mode, which leverages additional computational resources to tackle the most challenging problems with even greater reliability.

The o1 pro mode has demonstrated superior performance in various benchmarks. In the AIME 2024 competition math test, it scored 86 points compared to 50 for the o1-preview. Similarly, on Codeforces, a competitive programming platform, o1 pro achieved 90 points versus 62 for its predecessor.

ChatGPT Pro is designed for power users who require research-grade AI capabilities. It offers enhanced reliability, with a strict “4/4 reliability” evaluation metric ensuring consistent and accurate outputs. This makes it particularly valuable for professionals in fields like data science, engineering, and medical research.

While the $200 monthly subscription has sparked discussions about pricing, OpenAI positions it as a tool for accelerating productivity and keeping users at the forefront of AI advancements. The company plans to continually add more compute-intensive features to the Pro plan, further justifying its premium positioning.

As part of this launch, OpenAI is also introducing a grant program, offering free ChatGPT Pro subscriptions to select medical researchers, highlighting the potential impact of these advanced AI tools in critical fields.

With the introduction of o1 and ChatGPT Pro, OpenAI continues to push the boundaries of AI capabilities, offering more powerful and reliable tools for complex problem-solving and advanced reasoning tasks.

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Gurubaran is a co-founder of Cyber Security News and GBHackers On Security. He has 10+ years of experience as a Security Consultant, Editor, and Analyst in cybersecurity, technology, and communications.

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