openai-python v3.30.0 released — session limits, OCI storage, image safety
openai-python v3.30.0 (2026-10-14) adds API features like beta session spending limits, OCI external-storage support, Decisions usage reporting, image safety details, and fixes async HTTP/1.1 streaming reuse.
What changed
openai-python v3.30.0 (2026-10-14): beta session spending limits; OCI external-storage provider support; Decisions usage reporting; image tool error, moderation details, image URLs and safety explanations; project API key expiry updates; restore async HTTP/1.1 connection reuse.
Why it matters
Developers: fewer streaming connection interruptions and simpler integration of external storage, image safety metadata, and organization usage reporting when using the SDK.
Who should care
DevelopersEnterprisesResearchers
Worth trying
Yes — Upgrade for restored async HTTP/1.1 reuse and the new API features.