OpenAI and GPT-6: Sam Altman Stirs Controversy with Goblins

OpenAI recently unveiled GPT-5.5, but already, Sam Altman, the company's CEO, is drawing attention to the next step: GPT-6. This mention, both serious and tinged with humor, arose from an unexpected situation involving technical bugs and references to fantastical creatures.

For some time now, ChatGPT users have noticed that the model has been regularly inserting mentions of goblins, gremlins, trolls, and other similar creatures into its responses. While some users find these references amusing, others consider them a distraction.

This phenomenon is not new. It began with GPT-5.1 and gained momentum between versions GPT-5.2 and GPT-5.4, where mentions of these creatures significantly increased. In response, OpenAI provided clear instructions to GPT-5.5 to avoid mentioning these entities.

The tech community on X quickly became captivated by this story, and it is in this context that Sam Altman hinted at GPT-6. He shared a screenshot mentioning the training of GPT-6 with "even more goblins," a statement that, while humorous, sparked speculation.

Although this remark could be interpreted as a mere joke, it hints at the possibility of a new generation of AI. Altman did not provide concrete details about GPT-6, including a release date or specific features. However, this humorous allusion could indicate that GPT-6 is in development.

Discussions around GPT-6 are not limited to the stability and coherence of the model. Potential improvements, such as optimized memory and better integration with files and applications, are also being considered.