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AI IntelligenceAug 23, 2026AI Intelligence
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OpenAI's GPT-Image-2 can now generate images without a background

OpenAI is previewing transparent background support for GPT-Image-2 through its API, baking the alpha channel into generated images. OpenAI says this beats conventional background removal, and a single parameter activates the feature.

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OpenAI's GPT-Image-2 can now generate images without a background: OpenAI is previewing transparent background support for GPT-Image-2 through its API, baking the alpha channel into generated images. OpenAI says this beats conventional background removal, and a single parameter activates the feature.