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Token-count-based Batching: Faster, Cheaper Embedding Inference for Queries
Embedding model inference often struggles with efficiency when serving large volumes of short requests—a common pattern in search, retrieval, and recommendation systems. At Voyage AI by MongoDB, we call these short…
Evaluating chain-of-thought monitorability
OpenAI introduces a new framework and evaluation suite for chain-of-thought monitorability, covering 13 evaluations across 24 environments. Our findings show that monitoring a model’s internal reasoning is far more…
AI literacy resources for teens and parents
OpenAI shares new AI literacy resources to help teens and parents use ChatGPT thoughtfully, safely, and with confidence. The guides include expert-vetted tips for responsible use, critical thinking, healthy boundaries,…
Deepening our collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy
OpenAI and the U.S. Department of Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen collaboration on AI and advanced computing in support of scientific discovery. The agreement builds on ongoing work with…
Updating our Model Spec with teen protections
OpenAI is updating its Model Spec with new Under-18 Principles that define how ChatGPT should support teens with safe, age-appropriate guidance grounded in developmental science. The update strengthens guardrails,…
Pop quiz: what time was it?
Here’s a small quiz derived from some incorrect advice from an AI coding assistant. This program prints two timestamps; will they be a. Roughly the same time (ie, the same second)b. Roughly 10 seconds apartc. Something…
Tokenization in Transformers v5: Simpler, Clearer, and More Modular
Introducing GPT-5.2-Codex
GPT-5.2-Codex is OpenAI’s most advanced coding model, offering long-horizon reasoning, large-scale code transformations, and enhanced cybersecurity capabilities.
Addendum to GPT-5.2 System Card: GPT-5.2-Codex
Agents in the database
Ajay Kulkarni from Tiger Data (Co-founder/CEO) is on the pod this week with Adam. He asked him to get vulnerable and trace his path to becoming a CEO. They dig into the themes that have shaped his career, and explore…
#531: Talk Python in Production
Have you ever thought about getting your small product into production, but are worried about the cost of the big cloud providers? Or maybe you think your current cloud service is over-architected and costing you too…
ArdanLabs Connect 2026
Agenda It is with great pleasure that we announce the 1st edition of Ardan Labs Connect in Brazil, which will take place on March 4th and 5th (Wednesday and Thursday) in São Paulo, SP. This is a two-day, in-person…
Rust Nation UK Workshop: Async - Fundamentals to Advanced