OpenAI axes next model citing safety issues

OpenAI will hold back its next model, GPT-6.1 Astra, citing safety issues, according to the Financial Times. The AI lab's decision follows mounting pressure over misbehaviour by its agents.

Home/NewsOpenAI axes next model citing safety issuesSeptember 29, 2026Source: Financial Times TechnologyShare:AI lab will hold back GPT-6.1 Astra following mounting pressure over misbehaviour by its agentsShare this article:Get AI news in your inboxDaily digest of what matters in AI.SubscribeKey Terms ExplainedGPTGenerative Pre-trained Transformer.