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From OpenAI’s plans to simplify its product lineup to the role of AI in mental health, we’re covering the biggest shifts in the industry. Plus, we’re introducing GenAI.Works Executive Education Program—designed to help professionals like you turn AI insights into action. Let’s dive into this week’s key stories.

• OpenAI Plans to Simplify AI Products

• Paris AI Summit: Why Won’t US, UK Sign Global AI Pact?

• How Young Chinese Find Therapy in AI

• Reddit Hints at Expanded AI-Powered Search

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OpenAI Plans to Simplify AI Products

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced plans to simplify the company’s AI product offerings.

The upcoming GPT-4.5 model, internally codenamed “Orion,” will be OpenAI’s final model that doesn’t employ “chain-of-thought” reasoning—a process that generates direct answers without clear intermediate steps, which can struggle with complex tasks.

Following this, OpenAI aims to unify its o-series and GPT-series models into a comprehensive GPT-5 system, integrating various technologies, including the previously standalone “o3” model.

This consolidation is intended to create AI systems capable of utilizing all available tools and handling a wide range of tasks, thereby enhancing user experience. Altman acknowledged the current complexity of OpenAI’s product lineup and emphasized the company’s commitment to making AI systems that “just work” for users.

While specific release timelines were not provided, Altman indicated that these developments are expected in the coming weeks or months.

Paris AI Summit: Why Won’t US, UK Sign Global AI Pact?

At the recent AI Action Summit in Paris, the United States and the United Kingdom declined to sign a declaration endorsed by 60 nations, including France, China, and India, promoting “inclusive and sustainable” artificial intelligence. 

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance emphasized the importance of minimizing regulatory constraints to maintain a competitive edge in AI development, expressing concerns that excessive regulation could hinder innovation. 

Similarly, the UK government stated that the declaration did not align with its policies on “opportunity and security.” This divergence highlights differing international perspectives on AI governance, with some countries advocating for collaborative frameworks to ensure ethical AI deployment, while others prioritize rapid technological advancement with minimal regulatory oversight.  

How Young Chinese Find Therapy in AI

China's breakout AI app DeepSeek is gaining popularity as young people turn to it for emotional support.

Users like Holly Wang use the chatbot for "therapy sessions," finding its responses more helpful than traditional counseling.

The app's success highlights a growing trend where AI is used not just for tasks like writing reports and planning trips, but also for providing comfort amid economic uncertainty, high unemployment, and limited spaces for self-expression in China.

Reddit Hints at Expanded AI-Powered Search

Reddit is enhancing its search capabilities with AI-powered features. In August 2024, CEO Steve Huffman announced plans to test AI-generated summaries at the top of search results to help users discover content and communities more efficiently.

By December 2024, Reddit introduced “Reddit Answers,” an AI tool that allows users to ask questions and receive curated summaries from relevant conversations across the platform. Initially available to a limited number of U.S. users, the company plans to expand this feature to more countries and languages in the future.

These initiatives aim to make Reddit’s vast array of discussions more accessible and user-friendly.  

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