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 Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
openai-python v2.52.0 adds content provenance checks
The openai-python client library version 2.52.0 introduces content provenance checks, enhancing API security and traceability. It also fixes a bug to correctly honor longer Retry-After delays for rate limiting. This release is primarily for developers using the OpenAI API via the Python SDK.
feature patch - OpenAI News aiengineerretail ·
Avatarin uses OpenAI GPT-Realtime for 24/7 retail customer support
Avatarin deployed OpenAI's GPT-Realtime to power a 24/7 multilingual customer support agent for Yamada Denki, a retail company. This implementation saw 30,000 users within two weeks, with a reported 92% positive survey response rate. The solution highlights the capability of real-time LLMs for immediate customer engagement in retail environments.
announcement feature - OpenAI Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
OpenAI Python Library v2.51.0 Adds Fast Tier Support
The latest OpenAI Python library release (v2.51.0) introduces support for the new 'fast' tier API, enabling potentially faster and more cost-effective inference for compatible models. This feature is now available for developers using the library. It also includes a fix to ensure helper methods correctly recognize this tier.
feature patch - OpenAI News aiengineer ·
OpenAI: Two API settings boost GPT-5.6 on ARC-AGI-3 benchmark
OpenAI has identified two API settings that significantly improved GPT-5.6 performance on the ARC-AGI-3 benchmark, tripling scores and increasing efficiency. These settings help retain reasoning capabilities and enable compaction, leading to better performance. This advancement is relevant to users leveraging GPT models for complex reasoning tasks.
announcement feature - OpenAI News ai ·
GPT-5.6 improves AI efficiency and intelligence
GPT-5.6 introduces significant enhancements in AI efficiency, impacting models, inference processes, and agentic workflows. This upgrade aims to deliver more valuable intelligence at a lower cost per dollar spent. The improvements are expected to benefit users and developers working with AI models and applications.
feature announcement - OpenAI Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
OpenAI Python Client v2.50.0: Transcription Model Updates
The OpenAI Python client has been updated to version 2.50.0, introducing transcription model updates. This release also restores a transcription keyword overload, fixing a previous bug. These changes are primarily relevant to developers using the Python SDK for audio transcription tasks.
feature patch - OpenAI Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
openai-python client requires Python 3.10
The openai-python client has updated its minimum Python version requirement to 3.10. This change is part of automating version reviews and may impact users on older Python versions. The update is available in v2.49.0 of the client library.
feature - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model o4-mini reaches end of life in 90 days
OpenAI model o4-mini reaches end of life on 2026-10-23 (90 days from now).
deprecation - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model gpt-4o-2024-05-13 reaches end of life in 90 days
OpenAI model gpt-4o-2024-05-13 reaches end of life on 2026-10-23 (90 days from now).
deprecation - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model gpt-4-0613 reaches end of life in 90 days
OpenAI model gpt-4-0613 reaches end of life on 2026-10-23 (90 days from now).
deprecation - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model gpt-3.5-turbo-0125 reaches end of life in 90 days
OpenAI model gpt-3.5-turbo-0125 reaches end of life on 2026-10-23 (90 days from now).
deprecation - OpenAI Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
openai-python v2.48.0 adds None support for cache keys and spend limit APIs
The openai-python client library has released version 2.48.0, introducing support for passing `None` to `prompt_cache_key` and `safety_identifier` for enhanced caching flexibility. It also adds support for `spend_limit` administrative APIs, beneficial for managing resource allocation. These updates are relevant for developers using the Python client to interact with OpenAI services, particularly those managing caching or administrative functions.
feature - OpenAI News aihealthcare ·
ChatGPT Adds Health Data Integration for U.S. Users
ChatGPT has launched a new feature allowing eligible U.S. users to securely connect medical records and Apple Health data. This integration aims to provide more personalized health insights and enhance user understanding of their well-being. The feature is now available to qualifying users in the United States.
feature announcement - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model o1-pro-2025-03-19 has reached end of life
OpenAI model o1-pro-2025-03-19 reached end of life on 2026-07-23. It no longer receives fixes or security updates — plan the upgrade now.
deprecation - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model o1-2024-12-17 has reached end of life
OpenAI model o1-2024-12-17 reached end of life on 2026-07-23. It no longer receives fixes or security updates — plan the upgrade now.
deprecation - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model gpt-5-codex has reached end of life
OpenAI model gpt-5-codex reached end of life on 2026-07-23. It no longer receives fixes or security updates — plan the upgrade now.
deprecation - endoflife.date eolopenai-models ·
OpenAI model gpt-5-chat-latest has reached end of life
OpenAI model gpt-5-chat-latest reached end of life on 2026-07-23. It no longer receives fixes or security updates — plan the upgrade now.
deprecation - OpenAI Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
OpenAI Python Client v2.47.0: Experimental HTTPX2 and CI runner support
The latest OpenAI Python client release v2.47.0 introduces experimental runtime support for HTTPX2 clients, enhancing compatibility and performance for developers using this HTTP library. It also includes configurable CI runner and private-production-repo support for workflow templates, benefiting teams managing complex deployment pipelines. These updates are available now for all users of the openai-python library, with the HTTPX2 support noted as experimental.
feature patch - OpenAI News aiengineer ·
OpenAI Presence Enterprise AI Agent Platform Launched
OpenAI Presence is a new enterprise AI agent platform designed for deploying trusted voice and chat agents. It aims to streamline customer and internal workflows for organizations. The platform is now available for enterprises seeking to implement AI-driven communication solutions.
feature announcement - OpenAI News aiengineer ·
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Small Businesses program
OpenAI has introduced a new program to assist small business owners in developing AI capabilities and automating tasks using ChatGPT Work. The initiative aims to help entrepreneurs leverage AI for business growth. Details about specific program benefits and participation requirements are expected.
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