OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently affirmed that users value the "humanity" of ChatGPT above pure intelligence. In response to growing user frustration over robotic and click‑bait phrasing in its newest models, the company is rolling out tone updates that reduce teaser‑style language in GPT‑5.3 Instant and GPT‑5.4 Thinking. These changes aim to balance raw capability with a more personable interaction style, addressing backlash that has included calls to revive older models and criticism of the company's military AI partnership. Read more →