Wes Roth · 2026-04-24 · notable
OpenAI Just WON…
Wes Roth argues GPT-5.5 + Codex puts OpenAI back in front of the frontier-model race.
Roth's take that GPT-5.5 + Codex 2.0 swung the race back to OpenAI.
What is it?
A Wes Roth post-launch take on OpenAI's GPT-5.5 release, framing it as a decisive lead over Anthropic and Google for this cycle.
How does it work?
Roth's signature high-energy format — benchmark cards, X posts, demo clips, and a strong concluding stance.
Why does it matter?
Whether or not you agree, the 'OpenAI is back in front' narrative is one of the dominant frames after GPT-5.5. This is a representative articulation of it.
Who is it for?
People who want the bull-case argument for OpenAI's current frontier position.
Try it
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evVs-Jtor50