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Morning Edition · Saturday, October 24, 2026Published at 2:20 AM EDT · New York
OpenAI will require approval for model routers and AI gateways from November 20 and bars using its outputs to train rivals
Intermediaries that give direct access to OpenAI models must pass review and match OpenAI's safeguards, while applications that only embed a model are exempt.
OpenAI updated its usage policies on October 21. From November 20, services that give direct access to its models, including model routers, AI gateways and resellers, may operate only after OpenAI reviews and approves them. Partners must al…
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