Artificial intelligence pioneer OpenAI is preparing to roll out its highly anticipated GPT-5 model as early as August, The Verge reported Thursday, citing sources familiar with the plan.

The upcoming model is expected to be a multi-purpose AI system that integrates multiple models, instead of relying on just one.

Backed by Microsoft, OpenAI aims to combine its o3 model with other technologies in GPT-5, a move CEO Sam Altman hinted at in February to streamline the company’s product lineup.

The long-term goal is to merge the GPT-series and o-series into a single system capable of leveraging all available tools to handle a broader range of tasks.

While GPT-5 is expected to launch in early August, the report noted OpenAI’s release timelines are often subject to change due to development hurdles, server capacity constraints, or competitive pressure from rival AI model leaks and launches.