ChatGPT-5 Launch: Features, Release Date & Expectations

15. dec. 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)

Passive High Screen Time Linked to Lower Well-Being in Young Children, Global Study Finds

A new global study of over 80,000 parent reports shows that passive high screen time in children aged 4–6 is linked to lower well-being. The study, published in April 2025, found that higher screen time correlates with issues in psychosocial well-being, social functioning, parent-child relationships, and behavioral functioning. However, the researchers emphasize that the type and context of digital content also play significant roles in these outcomes. They suggest that parents can mitigate negative effects by moderating screen time, choosing high-quality educational content, and engaging in tech activities with their children. (Medical Xpress)

Children Dream of Digital Careers – But Many Parents Don’t Get It

A recent survey reveals that 57% of parents feel disconnected from their children’s modern career goals, such as becoming content creators or e-sports professionals. Half of the surveyed kids say their parents don’t take these aspirations seriously. Interestingly, 84% of parents also admit that tech use has helped their children become more creative, empathetic, and socially skilled. According to the study, the top 5 dream jobs among 11–17-year-olds are video game designer or tester, software developer, teacher or tutor, content creator or streamer, and graphic designer—reflecting a strong interest in both digital creativity and hands-on learning. (The Sun)