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Mar
Tech companies are continuously launching new AI models, which may leave many people feeling overwhelmed when choosing a useful tool for themselves. Currently, there are over one million AI models worldwide from major AI companies like Google, OpenAI, and startups such as Anthropic and xAI. TechCrunch has compiled a list of the most advanced AI models launched since early 2025. OpenAI GPT 4.5 Orion Described by OpenAI as their largest model to date, Orion boasts strong "world knowledge" and "emotional intelligence". However, it performs worse in reasoning tasks compared to some newer models. Available via a $200/month subscription. Claude Sonnet…