Latest OpenAI News & Updates
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Artificial intelligence research and deployment company
openai.com- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States
- Founded year
- 2015
- Company type
- Partnership
- Number of employees
- 1,000–9,000
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Latest news about OpenAI
In short: OpenAI launched the GPT-5.5 model family, restructured its Microsoft partnership, and faced Elon Musk in a high-stakes for-profit transition trial.
Company announcements
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OpenAI introduces Trusted Access for Cyber
It explains GPT-5.5, GPT-5.5‑Cyber preview, access levels, safeguards, and use cases for verified defenders.
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OpenAI introduces three new realtime voice models
GPT-Realtime-2 reasons and acts, GPT-Realtime-Translate handles 70+ languages, GPT-Realtime-Whisper transcribes live. Enables natural voice apps for developers.
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OpenAI introduces Trusted Contact in ChatGPT
This optional safety feature notifies a trusted adult if self-harm discussions indicate serious concerns, following automated detection and human review. It complements crisis helplines.
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Uber uses OpenAI for AI assistants
Uber leverages OpenAI models to power AI assistants for drivers' earnings optimization and voice features for faster rider bookings in its global marketplace. It accelerates product development and improves accessibility.
Media coverage
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SoftBank Cuts Target for OpenAI Margin Loan by 40% to $6 Billion
SoftBank Group Corp. has downsized plans for a $10 billion margin loan backed by its OpenAI stake after facing hesitation ...
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Altman docs: Microsoft execs had reservations about funding OpenAI in 2018 but worried that withholding support could push OpenAI into Amazon's arms
Wired: Musk v. Altman docs: Microsoft execs had reservations about funding OpenAI in 2018 but worried that withholding support could push OpenAI into Amazon's arms...
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OpenAI is rolling out GPT-5.5-Cyber, a security-focused variant of the model, in a limited preview capacity to vetted cybersecurity teams
Sam Sabin / Axios: OpenAI is rolling out GPT-5.5-Cyber, a security-focused variant of the model, in a limited preview capacity to vetted cybersecurity teams...
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AI risks loom over Musk-OpenAI trial
Musk, a cofounder of OpenAI, filed the case accusing his fellow cofounder of breaking promises to keep the company a nonprofit. Altman, in turn, accuses...
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