Rumor: OpenAI Postpones Astra Model Indefinitely Over Cybersecurity Risks
thesaraharminta · x · 2026-08-08
Rumors suggest that OpenAI's Astra model has been indefinitely postponed after failing to meet the 'Critical' threshold in the cyber category of its Preparedness Framework. The model is reportedly undergoing further safety work in cooperation with the US government.
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