OpenAI Releases

OpenAI news, ChatGPT, models and product updates. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.

Tracking 250 OpenAI releases · Updated

  • OpenAI News ai ·

    OpenAI Announces GPT-5.5 Instant System Card

    OpenAI has released GPT-5.5, a new model featuring an 'Instant System Card' capability. This enhancement allows for rapid system card creation, potentially speeding up AI development workflows. The feature is expected to benefit developers and architects building AI applications. It is currently available for all users.

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  • OpenAI News ai ·

    OpenAI Updates ChatGPT Default Model with GPT-5.5 Instant

    OpenAI has updated ChatGPT's default model to GPT-5.5 Instant, offering smarter and more accurate responses. This upgrade aims to significantly reduce hallucinations and introduce improved personalization controls for users. The new model is now the default, enhancing the core user experience within ChatGPT.

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  • OpenAI News aipreviewengineer ·

    OpenAI launches self-serve ChatGPT Ads Manager beta

    OpenAI has released a beta version of its Ads Manager for ChatGPT, introducing self-serve capabilities, cost-per-click (CPC) bidding, and improved measurement tools. This expansion aims to provide advertisers with more control while upholding user privacy. The new system is designed to keep user conversations distinct from advertising interactions.

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  • OpenAI News security ·

    OpenAI Enhances Account Security with New Features

    OpenAI has introduced Advanced Account Security, a new feature set designed to protect user accounts and sensitive data. This includes phishing-resistant login methods and improved account recovery options to prevent unauthorized access. The enhancements are aimed at all OpenAI users to safeguard against account takeover.

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  • OpenAI News aiaws ·

    OpenAI models available on AWS

    OpenAI's GPT models, Codex, and Managed Agents can now be accessed directly within AWS environments. This integration allows enterprises to develop and deploy secure AI applications using OpenAI's technology on AWS infrastructure. The models are immediately available for use by enterprise customers.

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  • OpenAI News ai ·

    OpenAI Previews GPT-5.5 Model

    OpenAI has announced GPT-5.5, a new model designed to be faster and more capable for complex tasks. This model is intended to assist with coding, research, and data analysis across various tools. Further details on availability or specific performance metrics were not provided.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineer ·

    Automate Codex tasks with schedules and triggers

    Codex now supports task automation through schedules and triggers, allowing for the creation of reports, summaries, and recurring workflows. This feature aims to reduce manual effort for users. The capability is available now.

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  • OpenAI News ai ·

    Codex plugins and skills for task automation

    OpenAI introduced Codex plugins and skills to enable users to connect external tools and access data for automating tasks. This enhancement allows for repeatable workflows, ultimately improving operational results. The feature is available for users looking to integrate and automate processes.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineerhealthcare ·

    ChatGPT for Clinicians is now free for verified US physicians

    OpenAI has made its ChatGPT for Clinicians product available at no cost to verified healthcare professionals in the U.S. This move aims to support clinical care, documentation, and research activities by providing these tools freely to physicians, nurse practitioners, and pharmacists. The offering is currently limited to verified professionals within the United States.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineer ·

    ChatGPT Workspace Agents Automate Complex Workflows

    OpenAI has introduced workspace agents within ChatGPT, powered by Codex. These agents automate complex workflows, operate in the cloud, and enable teams to scale work across various tools securely. This feature is designed to enhance productivity by handling multi-step processes automatically.

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  • OpenAI News ai ·

    WebSockets speed up OpenAI agent workflows in Responses API

    OpenAI has integrated WebSockets into the Responses API to accelerate agentic workflows by reducing API overhead and improving model latency. This deep dive into the Codex agent loop demonstrates the performance gains achieved through this enhancement. The update is relevant for developers building complex AI-driven applications that require fast, iterative responses.

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  • OpenAI News aiprivacyengineer ·

    OpenAI Privacy Filter: PII Redaction Model

    OpenAI has released the OpenAI Privacy Filter, an open-weight model designed to detect and redact personally identifiable information (PII) from text. This new model offers state-of-the-art accuracy in identifying sensitive data. It is available for use by developers and organizations concerned with data privacy.

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  • OpenAI News ai ·

    ChatGPT Images 2.0: Enhanced Image Generation

    ChatGPT Images 2.0 now features an advanced image generation model with improved text rendering and multilingual capabilities. This update also brings enhanced visual reasoning, allowing for more complex image interpretations. It is available now for all users, building upon the existing ChatGPT platform.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineer ·

    OpenAI Launches Codex Labs for Enterprise Deployment

    OpenAI has launched Codex Labs to assist enterprises in deploying and scaling Codex throughout their software development lifecycle. This initiative involves partnerships with major consultancies like Accenture, PwC, and Infosys to facilitate broader adoption. The company also announced that Codex has reached 4 million weekly active users, indicating significant traction.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineer ·

    Hyatt Deploys ChatGPT Enterprise for Workforce Productivity

    Hyatt has rolled out ChatGPT Enterprise to its global employees, leveraging GPT-4 and Codex. This initiative aims to enhance productivity, streamline operations, and elevate guest experiences across the organization. The deployment signifies a significant adoption of advanced AI tools within the hospitality sector.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineer ·

    Codex App for macOS/Windows Adds New Features

    The Codex app has been updated for macOS and Windows, integrating computer use, in-app browsing, image generation, memory, and plugin support. These enhancements aim to accelerate developer workflows by providing more integrated capabilities within the application. The update is now available for users of both operating systems.

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  • OpenAI News aihealthcare ·

    OpenAI launches GPT-Rosalind for life sciences research

    OpenAI has introduced GPT-Rosalind, a new reasoning model designed to speed up scientific research in areas like drug discovery and genomics. This model aims to improve workflows for analyzing proteins and performing genetic analysis. It is positioned as a frontier model for accelerating life sciences research.

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  • OpenAI News aisecurityengineergovernment ·

    OpenAI Cyber Defense Ecosystem Adds Security Firms with GPT-5.4-Cyber

    OpenAI is launching the Trusted Access for Cyber program, incorporating leading security firms to leverage GPT-5.4-Cyber. This initiative aims to bolster global cyber defense capabilities, supported by $10 million in API grants. The program seeks to accelerate the development of advanced security solutions by trusted partners.

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  • OpenAI News aiengineer ·

    OpenAI Agents SDK adds native sandbox execution

    OpenAI has updated its Agents SDK to include native sandbox execution and a model-native harness. This enhancement aims to help developers build more secure, long-running agents that can interact with files and tools. The update is now available for use.

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  • OpenAI News aisecurityengineergovernment ·

    OpenAI Expands Cyber Program with GPT-5.4-Cyber

    OpenAI has expanded its Trusted Access for Cyber program by introducing GPT-5.4-Cyber for vetted cybersecurity defenders. This expansion aims to strengthen safeguards as AI capabilities in cybersecurity continue to advance. The new model is available to a select group of cybersecurity professionals.

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