RADAR ARCHIVE

Week 19, 2026

3 tools added to the directory and 2 launches tracked, May 4 – 10, 2026.

Added to the directory (3)

Tested and written up.

OpenAI's latest image generation model

Added May 10, 2026

GPT-Image-2 is OpenAI's image generation model, first announced on April 21, 2026, and available through the API in early May 2026

Why: GPT-Image-2 is OpenAI's most capable image model to date, with notably better text-in-image accuracy. It is a natural choice for OpenAI API users who want image generation alongside text and audio in a single platform.

Freemium Best for OpenAI Image API Visit

GPT-5.5 Instant

OpenAI's fast default ChatGPT model from May 2026

Added May 5, 2026

GPT-5

Why: GPT-5.5 Instant is the model most ChatGPT users will interact with by default. Its balance of speed and capability makes it a practical baseline for writing, analysis, coding help, and general assistant tasks.

Freemium Best for Everyday ChatGPT Visit

Topaz Astra

Cloud AI video enhancement up to 4K

Added May 7, 2026

Cloud-based video enhancement service that upscales, sharpens, and restores video up to 4K using multiple AI render modes

Why: Topaz's cloud-native video enhancement offering with a credit-based model and 4K output for creators who don't want to render locally.

Paid Best for Cloud Video Enhancement Visit

On the radar (2)

Reported in the daily briefing this week. Not reviewed for the directory.

AI Research News 2026-05-07

OpenAI Introduces MRC (Multipath Reliable Connection): A New Open Networking Protocol for Large-Scale AI Supercomputer Training Clusters

OpenAI Blog 2026-05-07

Introducing Trusted Contact in ChatGPT

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