OpenAI Launches Open-Weight AI Models for Public Use

OpenAI debuts two open-weight AI models, gpt-oss-120b and gpt-oss-20b, rivaling top open-source reasoning systems.
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OpenAI Launches Open-Weight AI Models for Public Use
OpenAI Open-Weight AI Models Bring Powerful Reasoning Tools to Developers OpenAI has launched two powerful open-weight AI reasoning models, marking a significant return to open-source development. These new tools, gpt-oss-120b and gpt-oss-20b, aim to rival other high-performing open-source models while remaining easily accessible to developers around the world. Designed for both high-end and consumer-level machines, the OpenAI open-weight AI models support advanced reasoning capabilities and are available for download on developer platforms. This move is a noteworthy shift for OpenAI, which has primarily focused on proprietary tools in recent years. By releasing these models, the company is responding to growing industry demand for transparent, flexible, and customizable AI solutions. Image Credits:Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto / Getty Images Key Features of OpenAI Open-Weight AI Models The gpt-oss-120b and gpt-oss-20b models differ in scale but share a common goal: to make AI reasoning technol…