OpenAI Launches Affordable $4.60 Plan In India To Accelerate Market Expansion - 1

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OpenAI Launches Affordable $4.60 Plan In India To Accelerate Market Expansion

  • Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert
  • Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager

OpenAI launched a new subscription plan for customers in India on Tuesday. The affordable plan, called ChatGPT Go, costs 399 rupees—about $4.57—per month and includes expanded access to the latest model, GPT-5.

In a rush? Here are the quick facts:

  • OpenAI launched ChatGPT Go, a subscription plan for India that costs less than $5 a month.
  • The new tier offers extended usage of its models, including GPT-5, longer memory, and access to custom GPTs and projects.
  • The program can expand to more regions and countries in the future.

According to the information shared on OpenAI’s website, the new plan offers all the features of the free version, plus additional benefits such as extended usage, longer memory, more personalized responses, access to projects, and custom GPTs.

We just launched ChatGPT Go in India, a new subscription tier that gives users in India more access to our most popular features: 10x higher message limits, 10x more image generations, 10x more file uploads, and 2x longer memory compared with our free tier. All for Rs. 399. 🇮🇳 — Nick Turley (@nickaturley) August 19, 2025

Nick Turley, Head of Product for ChatGPT, said on the social media platform X that ChatGPT Go in India will provide 10 times higher usage limits, 10 times more image generations, and 10 times more file uploads. OpenAI also noted that the plan could expand to other regions and countries in the future.

The new affordable plan has been designed to provide users more access to popular features at a lower price point. The next tier, ChatGPT Plus, includes more advanced tools such as deep research, the AI video generator Sora, and agent mode.

According to CNBC , OpenAI is using this strategy “to grow in its second-largest market by user base.” The idea was first discussed in February, when Sam Altman—OpenAI CEO—met with Indian IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to explore launching a low-cost AI system tailored for the region, which represents a key market for OpenAI and its competitors.

Other tech companies, including Google and Perplexity, have also introduced affordable offerings for India’s 800 million active internet users.

The new announcement comes just days after the release of GPT-5 and recent adjustments after users backlash and security concerns .

Google Study Reveals Nearly 90% Of Game Developers Use AI Agents - 2

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Google Study Reveals Nearly 90% Of Game Developers Use AI Agents

  • Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert
  • Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager

Google Cloud published a report on Monday revealing that 87% of video game developers rely on AI agents in their work. Conducted in partnership with consulting firm The Harris Poll, the research took place in June and July and surveyed 615 game developers across multiple countries.

In a rush? Here are the quick facts:

  • Google Cloud and The Harris Poll published a report revealing that 87% of video game developers rely on AI agents for work.
  • The study was designed to understand the changes AI is bringing to the games industry and its impact on developers.
  • 97% of game developers say that gen AI is reshaping the industry.

According to the report , the study was designed to understand the changes AI is bringing to the games industry and its impact on developers. The researchers focused on how innovation has been affecting developers—from the United States, Sweden, Finland, Norway, and South Korea—, its impact on their careers, and the new professional and creative opportunities emerging in the market.

“The study confirmed the massive impact of gen AI on game development, with respondents largely agreeing that it is having a positive influence across a wide range of creative efforts, business settings, and internal workflows,” states the document.

The study also reports that “97% of game developers say that gen AI is reshaping the industry,” and that 87% of game developers are using AI agents in their work. Developers are applying these agents in areas such as game coaching, content optimization, and balancing and tuning gameplay.

Over 80% of developers also use AI technology for problem-solving, quality testing, accelerating prototyping, brainstorming, integrating user feedback, and improving interaction.

While researchers found that AI is generally being received positively in the industry, the study also highlights challenges—such as measuring the success of AI implementations, addressing data privacy and ownership, managing costs, and overcoming hesitancy around adoption and job security.

During Microsoft’s recent layoffs, one of the most affected areas was the Xbox division, in which around 650 employees lost their jobs last year . More cuts have since impacted other gaming roles this year.

According to Reuters , many Hollywood video game performers went on strike over AI last year, and around 10,000 industry workers lost their jobs.

However, Google Cloud’s report notes that developers are also witnessing a transformation in the industry, with new roles emerging, such as AI content designers and AI engineers. In fact, 56% of respondents said their existing roles now include AI-related tasks.

“Developers also see promising possibilities with AI agents and other emerging AI tools to accelerate game development and enhance player experiences,” wrote the researchers.