OpenAI AI Updates: August 29, 2026

1. OpenAI Will End Cursor’s Model Access After SpaceX Acquisition

OpenAI. OpenAI said it is winding down the partnership that provides its models to Cursor following SpaceX’s acquisition of the AI coding startup, with a proposed cutoff for Cursor’s direct access on November 12, 2026. The company said it cannot be confident that SpaceX will use its technology within the terms of service, citing prior contract and terms violations by other Elon Musk companies now under the SpaceX umbrella. OpenAI acknowledged that developers who rely on OpenAI models inside Cursor are the ones most affected by the decision. Source

2. OpenAI Moves to Support Thailand’s AI Startups

OpenAI. OpenAI announced an effort to back Thailand’s next generation of AI startups, extending its engagement with developers and founders in the country. The push continues OpenAI’s expansion into fast-adopting international markets, coming alongside similar moves to deepen its presence in Brazil. The company framed the initiative around local startup and developer support rather than a specific product launch. Source

3. OpenAI to Show Ads on ChatGPT’s Free and Go Tiers in India

OpenAI. OpenAI will begin displaying advertisements to ChatGPT users on its free and Go subscription tiers in India, marking an early step toward advertising as a consumer monetization channel. India is one of ChatGPT’s largest user bases, making it a testbed for how ads coexist with the assistant experience before any broader rollout. The move signals OpenAI experimenting with revenue models beyond subscriptions and API usage in a high-growth market. Source