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OpenAI has announced a significant change in its AI development strategy by canceling the release of its anticipated AI model, o3, in favor of a ‘simplified’ comprehensive GPT-5 model. This decision was made public by OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, who stated that the new model would integrate the capabilities of o3 into ChatGPT and its API. The move comes shortly after a $97.4 billion bid was made to acquire OpenAI, reflecting heightened interest and investment in the company’s technology. The GPT-5 model is expected to follow the release of GPT-4.5, which Altman described as the last ‘non-chain-of-thought model.’ This strategic pivot underscores OpenAI’s commitment to streamlining their AI product lineup and enhancing the integration of their technologies.