Sam Altman: OpenAI Shelved a New Model Launch Over Safety Concerns
rohanpaul_ai · x · 2026-09-30
In a CNBC interview, Sam Altman revealed that OpenAI essentially abandoned plans to launch a new model because of safety concerns.
- "We are pacing our progress, which includes sometimes not training the model."
- "Alignment, safety, monitoring, security have to stay way ahead of capabilities."
A rare on-record statement positioning safety ahead of capability expansion, amid ongoing scrutiny of OpenAI's safety culture.
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