CA-C-003589
OpenAI — OpenAI GPT-5.5 System Card
Entity
Date detected
July 11, 2026
Effective date
July 11, 2026
Severity
Low
Direction
Neutral
Affected users
all users api developers
Changes
1 sentence modified
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Event Summary

OpenAI's GPT-5.5 System Card was updated on July 11, 2026 to modify the list of related research and product announcements displayed at the bottom of the card. The previous version linked to a July 8 research article on coding evaluations as the most recent item; the updated version replaces that link structure with references to an OpenAI Bio Bug Bounty Safety announcement dated July 9, 2026. This change updates the associated content and dates but does not alter the substantive safeguard information, deployment guidance, or technical safety documentation contained in the System Card itself.

LOW

Consumer Impact

This change does not alter the safety safeguards, deployment guidance, or operational requirements described in the GPT-5.5 System Card. The updated version maintains the same substantive content while refreshing the list of associated safety announcements and research articles. No action is required by users or developers.

Governance Analysis

The updated System Card maintains current references to OpenAI safety announcements and research, ensuring users have access to the latest guidance on safeguards and deployment best practices. The change does not alter the substantive safeguard requirements or operational terms that govern GPT-5.5 deployment.

Key Clauses Affected

Related announcements section

Updated links and dates to related safety announcements and research articles.

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This change record describes what was added, removed, or modified in the document. Analysis reflects what the updated agreement states or permits. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Applicability may vary by jurisdiction. Methodology

Evidence Verification

✓ Verified
Previous Version
9cd35182163188c95261409ddc3e9c4a3d892b1d27b8ea9e5eb4a18c682a9df9
July 9, 2026 00:06 UTC
✓ Verified
Current Version
47bbfc8b7cf6dcb9f4f0a4a0caaa46216ba8e115eb78e1a504d33ac2c5dcb2c2
July 11, 2026 00:10 UTC
✓ Verified
Change Detected
July 11, 2026 00:10 UTC
Analysis Methodology
✓ Verified
Source Document
https://openai.com/index/gpt-5-5-system-card/
Citation Record
Entity: OpenAI
Document: OpenAI GPT-5.5 System Card
Record ID: CA-C-003589
Captured: 2026-07-11 00:10:01 UTC
URL: https://conductatlas.com/change/2026-07-11-openai-openai-gpt-55-system-card-3589/
Accessed: July 11, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Institutional Analysis

Assessment

The change is a content and link update to the System Card's reference section, not a modification to the substantive safeguard information or deployment requirements. No new compliance obligations are created. Organizations using GPT-5.5 in production environments may wish to review the updated announcements for context, but no operational or governance changes are required.

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Document Context

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Document
OpenAI GPT-5.5 System Card
Entity
OpenAI
Captured
July 11, 2026
Source URL
https://openai.com/index/gpt-5-5-system-card/
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Previous change Jul 9, 2026
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