OpenAI recently released a new GPT-5.6 on July 9, 2026.
The model is billed as an most token-efficient AI for coding,, with a 54% improvement compared to prior versions.
OpenAI said the launch was pushed back to satisfy enhanced U.S. cybersecurity measures.
GPT-5.6 is expected to reduce compute costs for developers and accelerate code generation.
OpenAI also integrated Codex into its desktop application, now called ChatGPT Work, and bundled the new model inside.
Sea announced a partnership to host a regional coding hackathon in Singapore in August.
The event will draw students, future startups and developers looking to test the new tools.