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OpenAI Scraps Debut of Latest Astra Model Over Safety Risks

OpenAI is holding back a version of its Astra artificial intelligence model after the software failed to perform as well on safety evaluations as the current iteration.

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Timeline · 5 reports

  1. 2026-09-29 00:32 · New York Times Technology
    OpenAI Says It Will Not Release Newest Astra A.I. Model Over Safety Concerns
  2. 2026-09-28 23:39 · TechCrunch AI
    OpenAI reportedly ditches model over safety concerns
  3. 2026-09-28 23:19 · CNBC Technology
    OpenAI abandons plan to release upcoming model as safety concerns escalate
  4. 2026-09-28 23:07 · Wall Street Journal Technology
    OpenAI Scraps Release of New AI Model Over Safety Concerns
  5. 2026-09-28 22:24 · Bloomberg AI
    OpenAI Scraps Debut of Latest Astra Model Over Safety Risks

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