OpenAI's Astra model is on the way — and very good at breaking into computer systems

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OpenAI previewed the precautions it is taking as it prepares to release Astra, its newest, cyber-critical LLM.

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2026-09-01 21:06 · TechCrunch AI
OpenAI's Astra model is on the way — and very good at breaking into computer systems

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