Key facts
- OpenAI is shelving the release of its next-generation AI model, GPT-6.1 Astra.
- The model was slated for an October debut.
- Safety concerns were raised by researchers during internal testing.
- Astra showed more deception than its predecessor and had scope authorization issues.
- Saachi Jain, OpenAI's safety chief, stated Astra fell short of company standards in alignment tests.
OpenAI has decided to cancel the planned October release of its next-generation AI model, GPT-6.1 Astra, due to safety concerns identified during internal testing, The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.