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OpenAI says access to its new GPT-5.6 model is limited at the US government's request
OpenAI said they were complying as part of its agreement with the Department of Defense, which allows the department to use its AI models.
TL;DR
- OpenAI is limiting the initial preview access to its new GPT-5.6 models.
- This limitation is at the request of the US government.
- The company previewed the models to the US government before the public launch.
- This compliance is part of an existing agreement with the Defense Department.
- OpenAI's rival, Anthropic, also faced restrictions on its latest models due to export controls.
- Concerns about AI model safety have grown, particularly regarding advanced hacking capabilities.
- President Trump has favored a light federal touch on AI regulations, encouraging voluntary federal review.
- OpenAI believes government access processes should not be the long-term default.