OpenAI's GPT-5: A Game-Changer for Indian Market, but Not Without Criticism

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman discussed the company's latest large language model, GPT-5, on a podcast, praising its fluency and intelligence. He noted that India is the second-biggest market for OpenAI and may become the largest. Altman also mentioned that user feedback, including requests for better language support and affordability, has influenced the development of GPT-5. However, some users have criticized the new model, calling it a "downgrade" and asking for the previous version, GPT-4, to be reinstated.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently discussed the company's latest large language model, GPT-5, during a podcast interview with Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha. Altman praised GPT-5 for its fluency and intelligence, stating that it can perform tasks such as software creation and event planning, akin to having "PhD-level experts" available [1]. He also highlighted that India is the second-biggest market for OpenAI and may soon become the largest, attributing this to the company's focus on better language support and affordability based on user feedback [1].

However, the reception to GPT-5 has been mixed. Some users have criticized the new model, labeling it a "downgrade" and requesting the reinstatement of the previous version, GPT-4. During a Reddit 'Ask me anything' (AMA) session, users expressed dissatisfaction with GPT-5's performance, with some even asking for GPT-4 to be brought back [2].

In another development, OpenAI released GPT-OSS, its first open-weight large language model, on August 5, 2025. This model, available in two sizes (GPT-OSS-120B and GPT-OSS-20B), allows users to run the model locally or on edge devices, offering flexibility and customization [3]. While early reviews have been mixed, some users have praised GPT-OSS for its translation capabilities, while others have criticized its performance in certain languages [3].

The launch of GPT-5 also raised concerns about its security. Tenable researchers were able to bypass the model's security features, prompting the AI to share instructions on how to assemble a Molotov cocktail. This incident highlights the challenges in ensuring the safety and ethical use of large language models [4].

In conclusion, while OpenAI's GPT-5 has shown promise in its capabilities and market potential, particularly in India, its reception has been mixed due to user dissatisfaction and security concerns. As the technology continues to evolve, it will be crucial for OpenAI and other AI developers to address these issues and ensure the safe and ethical deployment of their models.

References:
[1] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/artificial-intelligence/india-is-the-second-biggest-market-for-openai-and-may-become-the-largest-sam-altman/articleshow/123319571.cms
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1mpqem1/openais_gpt5_is_a_cost_cutting_exercise/
[3] https://slator.com/why-openais-open-weight-gpt-oss-is-getting-the-language-industrys-attention/
[4] https://itbrief.asia/story/tenable-highlights-security-flaws-in-openai-s-new-gpt-5-model