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The API Changelog issue 2025.16
This is issue 2025.16 of the API Changelog, a mix of API news, commentary, and opinion. In this issue, you'll get to know the most relevant API-related information from the week of April 14, 2025. Subscribe now so you never miss an issue of the API Changelog.
News Highlight
Several announcements from OpenAI marked last week:
OpenAI emphasized its commitment to AI safety and wide accessibility. They're initiating a verification process to curb policy violations and maintain broad model access for developers. See additional coverage on Cryptopolitan, Business Standard, Mezha, Dataconomy, Techstory, aim, Techloy, Mobile APP Daily, Techzine, and dev.ua.
OpenAI has unveiled GPT-4.1, a trio of developer-centric AI models accessible via its API. The GPT-4.1 models surpass predecessors in coding, understanding vast datasets, and can handle one million context tokens. See additional coverage on techradar, BeepingComputer, Reuters, VentureBeat, Thurrott, BGR, Interconnects, Wired, Gadgets 360, Geeky Gadgets, and TechCrunch.
OpenAI is discontinuing GPT-4.5 from its API service starting July 14 and suggests GPT-4.1 as the alternative. GPT-4.5, despite its power, falls short on benchmarks and is expensive, costing up to $150 per million output tokens. See additional coverage on engadget, WPN, Social Samosa, and Techzine.
OpenAI unveiled o3 and o4-mini, featuring simultaneous use of ChatGPT tools and stepping into simulated reasoning with web and coding functions. See additional coverage on Fortune.
OpenAI has unveiled Codex CLI, an agent for enhancing programming with AI, along with their latest AI models. Codex CLI aims to bridge OpenAI's AI models with local coding activities and potentially integrate future models like o3 and o4-mini.
OpenAI introduces Flex processing for o3 and o4-mini models, offering 50% cheaper AI usage at the cost of slower response times. Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash competes by providing efficient AI at lower costs. See additional coverage on maginative, TechInAsia, TheTechPortal, Gadgets 360, and Observer Voice.
OpenAI's latest code hints at native shopping features through a potential integration with Shopify's checkout, aiming for in-chat purchases. The move, amidst rising competition, marks a shift towards an AI-centric commerce experience, in line with a recent Shopify memo and OpenAI's ChatGPT acting capabilities.
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Announcements
ABBYY unveiled Document AI™ to help developers turn unstructured documents into structured data easily through a new user-friendly API. This API, designed to improve OCR and IDP efficiency, aims to revolutionize document workflows and business process automation. See additional coverage on SD Times, Techzine, and IT Brief.
Skyvia, a leading data integration platform, launches its Public API in beta, enhancing data workflow control and automation. The API, offering integration with 200+ cloud services, is free during the beta phase and invites user feedback. See additional coverage on GlobeNewswire.
SnapLogic unveiled a new API management solution that enhances composability, security, and offers a customizable API marketplace. The modernized offering streamlines integration and governance while simplifying API creation and consumption for enterprises. See additional coverage on destination CRM.
Palmetto Energy Intelligence Group signs WattShift as its first Virtual Power Plant customer, leveraging new API for clean energy solutions. The Energy Intelligence software helps WattShift manage home energy use, optimizing consumption and storage for grid support.
Funding and M&A
Strava acquires UK-based Runna in a move to enhance marathon training plans for its users, leveraging Runna's customized running programs. The integration seeks to create the largest fitness app, with Strava investing in Runna's continued growth and technology. See additional coverage on tech.eu.
Deck, a startup aiming to facilitate access to user-permissioned data across the web, raised $12 million in a Series A led by Infinity Ventures. The Montreal-based company's total funding reached $16.5 million since January 2024, and it simplifies connecting and structuring online information with user consent.
AI
Sikka.ai introduced the Agentic Framework and no-code AI-API++ Platform targeting the retail healthcare industry, streamlining tasks for healthcare professionals. The open-source tools facilitate the creation of custom AI solutions without the need to code, democratizing technology for small practices. See additional coverage on AIthority.
Google has unveiled Gemini 2.5 Flash, an AI model with hybrid reasoning, accessible through its Gemini API. Developers can adjust the "thinking budget" to balance the model's reasoning depth, speed, and cost according to their needs.
Together AI enhancements streamline the AI fine-tuning process. The upgrades offer increased speed and simplify the workflow.
Thesys launches the first Generative UI API, C1, simplifying AI interface design and speeding up development. C1 allows real-time creation of custom, adaptive interfaces, revolutionizing user experience and expediting enterprise AI deployment. See additional coverage on ChannelLife.
Fintech
Ozone API released a guide to aid banks and PSPs with upcoming Verification Of Payee (VOP) changes required by October 2025. Ozone API also has released a tool for US banks to estimate costs for in-house API infrastructures, considering the impending Section 1033 compliance. The 'Build It Calculator' offers detailed cost projections including hidden expenses, validated by US financial institutions.
Kraken integrates stock and ETF trading through its partnership with Alpaca, with a commission-free offering starting Monday in select U.S. states. The move follows Kraken's $1.5 billion NinjaTrader acquisition and aims for global expansion, fueled by expectations of crypto-friendly regulations.
Plumery allies with Darien Technology to offer banks an enhanced digital transformation without core system overhauls. The partnership promises quick, customisable, and cost-effective banking tech advances, focusing on customer experience and integration flexibility. See additional coverage on Finovate.
Security
CData Software has introduced CData Embedded Cloud, enhancing data connectivity for software companies with over 160 pre-built connectors. Continuous development and acquisitions secure CData's role as a key player in data connectivity solutions. See additional coverage on SD Times and MorningStar.
Vorlon introduces DataMatrix™ to enhance SaaS security by filling API security logging gaps and offering comprehensive ecosystem protection. The platform unifies SSPM, NHI security, data flow visibility, and response capabilities, addressing the complexities of modern SaaS interactions. See additional coverage on SiliconANGLE.
Symbiotic Security is launching a new IDE-integrated tool featuring automatic vulnerability detection and AI-based remediation. The tool also provides a chatbot for developer training, equipping them to tackle security issues efficiently.
Postman unveiled Spec Hub with one-click API designing, and Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) Encryption for heightened data control. Spec Hub offers multi-format API specification tools; BYOK assures data isolation and compliance, even during breaches. See additional coverage on businesswire.