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ChatGPT-5.2 Is OpenAI’s Answer to Google’s Gemini 3 Pro

The latest ChatGPT model could be your new work sidekick.

Last Thursday, OpenAI announced ChatGPT-5.2, which offers better performance across the board. It’s also the company’s strongest model yet for science and math. In the announcement press release, OpenAI says that people using the latest model for work-related tasks will see the most benefit, not necessarily people who use ChatGPT day-to-day.

«We designed GPT‑5.2 to unlock even more economic value for people,» the statement said. «It’s better at creating spreadsheets, building presentations, writing code, perceiving images, understanding long contexts, using tools, and handling complex, multi-step projects.»

Earlier this month, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sent an internal «code red» memo to alert employees about the growing threat from competitors — specifically Google and its advanced Gemini 3 chatbot, released in November. The move echoes Google’s own «code red» memo from a few years ago, sent when ChatGPT launched and captured global attention. In just a few short years, the roles have reversed: Each company now sees the other as its main rival in the AI race.

Open AI also launched GPT-Image Model 1.5, an updated AI image model, on Tuesday to challenge Google’s Nano Banana Pro, which currently sits at the top of the list of the best AI image generators at CNET.

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There are three models of GPT-5.2. GPT‑5.2 Instant is designed to be fast and helpful for everyday activities. GPT‑5.2 Thinking is the most advanced version of GPT‑5.2 for professional, real-world tasks. And OpenAI says GPT-5.2 Pro is «our smartest and most trustworthy model yet, for difficult questions where a higher-quality answer is worth the wait.» OpenAI says that the entire ChatGPT-5.2 family provides meaningful upgrades from past versions for work and learning.

For developers, ChatGPT-5.2 is designed to be a robust model for building agents, thanks to improvements in general intelligence, long-context understanding, agentic tool-calling and vision. (In AI and software development, «agents» are AI systems that can perceive information, such as user inputs, reason about what to do, and then take action, such as run code or operate software.)

The latest model of ChatGPT begins its rollout on Thursday, starting with paid plans, and is now available to all developers.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im