TechCheck OpenAI launches GPT-5, plus Apple’s diplomat-in-chief 8/7/25
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Aug 7, 2025 OpenAI has launched the highly-anticipated GPT-5, boasting improved speed and usefulness for all users. Apple is making headlines with a $100 billion U.S. investment commitment following tariff exemptions, showcasing its strategic maneuvering. The podcast delves into the challenges smaller companies face due to tariff-induced price hikes and the power dynamics in tech lobbying. Financial projections reveal an industry grappling with these economic pressures, making this a crucial moment for innovation and competition.
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GPT-5's Leap in Enterprise AI
- OpenAI's GPT-5 is its fastest and most useful AI model, significantly improving writing, healthcare, and coding tasks.
- The biggest impact will be in enterprise applications powering complex workflows beyond simple chat.
ChatGPT Dominates AI Users
- ChatGPT dominates user adoption with 700 million weekly active users, far surpassing Google's Gemini at 450 million monthly users.
- OpenAI leads in consumer AI while expanding aggressively into enterprise markets.
Tim Cook's Tariff Negotiation
- Tim Cook negotiated tariff relief by pledging a $100 billion increase in Apple's U.S. investment.
- He strategically gave President Trump photo ops and tangible promises to secure benefits, repeating tactics from previous negotiations.