OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.5 'Spud'

The AI arms race has entered a new phase with the surprise launch of OpenAI's GPT-5.5, a model optimized for enterprise-level automation.

CEO Sam Altman described the release as a 'new class of intelligence' that brings the company closer to a 'superapp' capable of managing a user's entire computer.

The release follows a period of intense scrutiny regarding AI safety, with OpenAI taking a more transparent approach than competitors.

GPT-5.5 features improved reasoning, fewer hallucinations, and enhanced capabilities in financial modeling and data analysis.