OpenAI introduces ChatGPT API and Whisper API for chat and speech-to-text

AI Impact Summary

OpenAI has introduced two new capabilities: ChatGPT API for conversational interactions and Whisper API for speech-to-text transcription. This enables voice-enabled assistants and automated audio transcription workflows directly via API, reducing the need for on-device or third-party ASR and separate chat services. Expect new usage patterns and pricing; teams should plan for longer request lifecycles, manage context in chat conversations, and route audio data to Whisper with appropriate preprocessing.