OpenAI Cancels Launch of New AI Model Due to Safety Concerns
OpenAI said on Sept. 28 that it will not release its latest artificial intelligence model, GPT-6.1 Astra, after internal testing flagged that it did not meet the company’s safety standards.

TL;DR
- OpenAI will not release its latest AI model, GPT-6.1 Astra.
- The decision was made on September 28.
- Internal testing indicated the model did not meet safety standards.
- The company cited safety concerns as the reason for the cancellation.