OpenAI Expands AI Tools Across Voice, ChatGPT, and Ads 2026-05-07

OpenAI rolls out voice models, Trusted Contact, and ad pilots while partners adopt its tools.

OpenAI adds new voice models to its API OpenAI audio models bring GPTRealtime2, Translate, and Whisper to voice apps Build richer calls, live translation, and fast transcription with developerready pricing OpenAI introduces Trusted Contact in ChatGPT ChatGPT Trusted Contact adds a safety backstop for adults in crisis Choose a trusted person for alerts and get support when it matters most OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads pilot to new markets OpenAI ChatGPT ads expand to new countries as pilots test relevance and trust See which markets are next and how the rollout could shape ChatGPT's future Uber uses OpenAI to improve driver tools and booking Uber AI assistant brings realtime guidance for drivers and faster ride booking OpenAIpowered voice tools cut taps, boost accessibility, and speed decisions Parloa expands AI customer service platform with OpenAI models Parloa AI agent platform helps enterprises design and manage voice support at scale Build nocode customer service agents, test reliability, and deploy faster with confidence Anthropic and SpaceX strike an unusual compute deal Anthropic SpaceX lease boosts Claude capacity with more Nvidia GPUs and higher limits See how the Colossus 1 deal and Google talks signal a bigger compute race Singular Bank uses ChatGPT and Codex to speed up private banking work Singularity by Singular Bank speeds portfolio analysis, meeting prep, and followup Save 60–90 minutes a day with traceable, compliant outputs for better client advice