OpenAI launches new tools to build advanced AI agents

OpenAI has launched new tools aimed at helping developers and businesses create AI agents for complex tasks.

The offerings include a Responses API, built-in tools, an Agents SDK, and integrated observability features.

The Responses API merges functions from the Chat Completions and Assistants APIs.

This enables applications to use resources like web search and file search.

OpenAI indicates that these tools are intended to enhance accessibility for developers and simplify workflows.

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12-Mar-2025 🚀 OpenAI launches free tool to help businesses build AI agents OpenAI launches Responses API for AI agents. Assistants API to be discontinued by late 2026.
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