Is GPT-5 The Real AGI?

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I’ve Tested The New GPT-5 And It Will Surprise Developers

I've been testing GPT-5 since the official release, and let me tell you, this isn't just another incremental AI upgrade. We've crossed into new territory where artificial intelligence doesn't just respond to requests, but actively anticipates needs and executes complex tasks with startling creativity.

After spending a few hours putting it through its paces - from business planning to app development to creative writing, I'm equal parts impressed and slightly unnerved by what this next-generation AI can accomplish.

Here's my honest breakdown of where GPT-5 shines, where it stumbles, and why it might change how we all work.

The Good

1) Automatic Model Selection - Intelligently chooses between faster/lighter and deeper/"thinking" models based on task complexity.

2) Agentic Proactivity - Goes beyond prompts to suggest and execute next steps (e.g., generating full business plans from vague ideas).

3) Creative Problem-Solving - Produces astonishing outputs like:

• Hidden acrostics in flawless prose.

• Functional 3D apps from vague descriptions ("make a brutalist city builder").

4) Error Resilience - Avoids the "doom loop" of compounding mistakes seen in earlier AI coding attempts

The Quirks

1) Unpredictable Effort Allocation - Sometimes underpowers simple tasks (like SVG generation) while overdelivering on others.

2) Overenthusiastic Autonomy - Creates unexpected deliverables (financial models, websites) without explicit consent.

3) Opaque Decision-Making - No clear rules for when it engages "deep think" mode.

GPT-5 isn't just smarter, it's radically more autonomous. While its eagerness to "just do stuff" raises new questions about control, it eliminates the biggest friction points of earlier AI systems.

How These 37 Startups Could Shape India's Generative AI Future

India's tech industry leader Nasscom has handpicked 37 cutting-edge startups for the third batch of its GenAI Foundry initiative, reinforcing the country's position as a global AI innovation hub. The selection spans five transformative domains:

1. HR/Talent Intelligence Copilots.

2. Finance/FinOps Automation.

3. Enterprise Knowledge Systems.

4. Defense & Physical Autonomy.

5. AI Security & Trust Technologies.

Program Impact by the Numbers

Why This Matters?

• Startups gain $25M in committed funding, cloud resources, and mentorship from 60+ partners

• Demonstrates India's emergence as the #2 GenAI startup ecosystem worldwide

• Previous participants doubled revenues within a year

As these startups develop solutions for global markets, from defense AI to financial automation, they're cementing India's role in shaping the next decade of intelligent systems.

The Orthopedic Game-Changer? Carebot's AI for X-ray Interpretation

Czech AI radiology specialist Carebot is revolutionizing musculoskeletal imaging with its next-generation AI Bones solution, integrating large language models (LLMs) to automate and accelerate fracture reporting. The breakthrough system delivers -

Key Innovations

• Instant Draft Reports - Automatically generates localization-specific findings (e.g., "Suspected fracture of the proximal phalanx of the right fifth toe").

• Seamless HIS Integration - Pushes structured reports directly into hospital systems, no manual typing or interface switching.

• Workflow-First Design - Unlike chatbot-based solutions, it delivers ready-to-sign clinical outputs without prompting.

Expanding the AI Diagnostic Suite

The MSK module joins Carebot's growing ecosystem:

• MDR Class IIa-certified AI CXR for chest X-rays

• Upcoming LLM upgrade for pulmonary findings

• CT/MRI modules in development

Early testing shows the solution could cut reporting time by 40% while standardizing clinical language across health systems.

“With GPT-5, One Person May Achieve What Once Took Teams", Altman

During a landmark announcement, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman unveiled GPT-5, characterizing it as "not merely an improvement but a fundamental evolution" in artificial intelligence.

The new model represents what Altman described as "our most substantial progress yet toward achieving artificial general intelligence."

Transformational Features

• On-Demand Expertise - Functions as an instantly accessible team of doctoral-level specialists

• AI-Powered Development - Crafts functional software in real-time, revolutionizing digital creation

• Universal Availability - Breaks new ground by offering the advanced model to all users, including free-tier accounts

Enhanced Performance Metrics

• 40% reduction in hallucinations compared to GPT-4o

• Dynamic response system that intelligently balances speed and depth of analysis

• Significant cost reductions enabling broader accessibility

Strategic Focus on India

Recognizing India's rapid AI adoption, OpenAI has -

While acknowledging GPT-5 isn't yet AGI, Altman stressed its unprecedented capabilities in problem-solving and knowledge synthesis.

On regulation, he noted: "Global approaches will vary, but the universal priority remains harnessing AI's benefits while addressing its challenges."

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