OpenAI Unveils New Reasoning AI Model O1 in Project Strawberry

September 14, 2024

OpenAI has launched a new AI model called o1 under a secret initiative called ‘Project Strawberry.’ This model is designed to handle more complex reasoning in areas like science, coding, and mathematics. It’s part of a series of models aimed at making AI think more deeply and tackle tougher problems.

Model Development

The o1 model is built to process questions in a way that mimics how humans think. It can:

Look at problems from different angles.
Learn from its mistakes by reviewing its answers and improving.

In early tests, the o1 model showed impressive results. It can solve complex problems in physics, chemistry, and biology at a level similar to a PhD student. It performed especially well in math and coding, successfully solving 83% of questions in a tough math competition—far better than older AI models.

Cost-Effective Options

OpenAI also introduced a cheaper and faster version called o1-Mini, which is 80% less expensive than the full o1 model. Even though it costs less, o1-Mini still provides strong reasoning skills, making it a good option for tasks like coding without breaking the bank.

Safety Measures

To ensure user safety, OpenAI has developed a new training method for the o1 model. This includes:

Making sure the model follows safety guidelines better than before, improving its safety score from 22 to 84.
Working with the UK and US governments to test the model’s safety thoroughly.
Giving safety experts early access to review and improve the model.

Implications for Jobs and Research

The o1 model could shake up industries, especially in fields like software development and data analysis. Some jobs might be affected, pushing people to focus more on creative thinking and problem-solving skills. On the other hand, the rise of AI like o1 could create new job opportunities in areas like AI safety and ethics.

For researchers, o1 can be a valuable tool, helping them solve complicated problems faster, particularly in fields like healthcare and other scientific areas. It can also process large amounts of data quickly, making research more efficient.

How to Access OpenAI o1?

The o1 model is available to ChatGPT Plus and Team users, with a feature called the model picker to choose between versions. For now, users can send up to 30 messages to the o1-preview and 50 messages to o1-mini each day. In the future, OpenAI plans to increase these limits and automatically choose the best model based on user needs. ChatGPT Enterprise and Edu users will also get access next week.

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