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The ChatGPT Report

Episode 126: Deep Research, Is It Actually Deep?

Feb 6, 2025
Dive into the debate over OpenAI's new Deep Research feature. Is it truly delivering insights, or just hype? The competition with DeepSeek and Gemini raises questions about the effectiveness of these tools. Discover the buzz around GPT-o3 Mini, and whether benchmark scores matter anymore. Learn about the AI-powered video editor that creates ads from your clips, and delve into the controversy surrounding DeepSeek’s alleged chip acquisition. The AI arms race is heating up, and the hosts break it all down with humor and insight!
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Quick takeaways

  • OpenAI’s Deep Research feature promises rapid insights from vast sources but remains limited to premium users, raising accessibility concerns.
  • The emergence of advanced AI research tools poses a challenge to traditional consulting firms, highlighting the shifting dynamics of employment in tech.

Deep dives

Deep Research Functionality

Deep research in OpenAI's models allows users to input prompts and receive comprehensive reports synthesized from hundreds of online sources within minutes. This capability significantly reduces the time needed for traditional research, which might take humans hours to complete. However, the feature remains exclusive to subscribers of the premium service, raising questions about accessibility for casual users. Critics have expressed mixed reviews about its effectiveness, prompting skepticism regarding its claims of superiority compared to existing models.

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