OpenAI Faces Challenges with GPT-5 Launch and Security Concerns

OpenAI has decided to no longer remove older ChatGPT models without warning after backlash, especially regarding the discontinuation of GPT-4o. The company aims to improve transparency and user experience by providing advance notice before retiring models, acknowledging the strong attachment users have to certain versions. Despite initial plans to simplify model choices, OpenAI is now committed to maintaining older models like GPT-4o as opt-in options and ensuring better communication about future changes.