ChatGPT-5 Launch: Features, Release Date & Expectations

Dec 15, 2024

OpenAI's ChatGPT-5 is anticipated to launch between late 2024 and early 2025, promising more human-like conversations and enhanced multimodal capabilities, covering text, images, and audio processing. Key improvements include better customization and personalization to adapt to diverse user needs. The model is undergoing rigorous training and testing to ensure safety, reliability, and ethical AI use. Pricing specifics are yet to be revealed, though a subscription model similar to previous versions is expected. OpenAI plans to share detailed feature updates closer to the official release. (ReadWrite)

Beijing Mandates AI Education in Schools

Beijing will make AI education mandatory in all schools starting this fall, requiring at least eight hours of AI instruction per year.  Elementary students will get hands-on experience with the basic AI concepts, while older students will focus on practical applications and AI ethics. The curriculum aims to create a teacher-student-machine learning model, preparing students for an AI-driven future. (Business Insider). This move aligns with China’s broader strategy to lead in AI development, as the country has already invested heavily in AI research and education reforms. With AI playing a growing role in industries worldwide, Beijing’s approach highlights the urgency of AI literacy in modern education systems.

TikTok Expands Parental Controls to Improve Teen Safety Online

TikTok has expanded its Family Pairing feature, allowing parents to set screen time limits, block access during certain hours, and monitor their child's followers. The update also includes content filtering tools to reduce exposure to inappropriate material. These changes aim to promote healthier digital habits and improve teen safety online. With growing concerns about social media’s impact on kids, other platforms may soon follow TikTok’s lead. (ABC News)