GPT-6-Astra model slug spotted on OpenAI APIs, hinting at routing tests
testingcatalog · x · 2026-09-03
A model slug named "gpt-6-astra" has been spotted on OpenAI's APIs, suggesting GPT-6 may already be undergoing routing tests on the backend. If it ships soon, it would be a huge week. Third-party finding, unconfirmed by OpenAI.
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