Sam Altman reveals 'Astra' as a new high-end model family and plans to merge ChatGPT with Codex
btibor91 · x · 2026-09-02
In a recent interview, Sam Altman revealed that OpenAI's next major model will be named "Astra." He clarified that Astra is not a single model but a designation for a more expensive and larger class of models, similar to how there will be multiple versions of Sol. The discussion covered a wide range of topics, including why OpenAI slowed down training, the definition of alignment, keeping humans in control, and the distinction between AGI and superintelligence. Altman also touched on OpenAI's next compute bet, the AI backlash and its impact on jobs and creators, and the company's recent missteps and refocus. Notably, he discussed the role of Astra in Computer-Using Agents, regulation in the AI race, and the planned merger of ChatGPT and Codex.
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