OpenAI cancels release of newest model due to safety concerns

The Punch | 29-09-2026 08:06am |

OpenAI has cancelled the release of its newest AI model, Astra 6.1. The decision followed internal testing which revealed that the model did not meet the company's safety standards. The cancellation underscores the company's stated commitment to safety checks before public release. No new release date for the model was indicated.

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