OpenAI Flags 'Astra' (Believed to be GPT-6) as Critical Cybersecurity Threat, Delays Launch

OpenAI has invoked its highest-tier preparedness designation for its next frontier model, 'Astra,' believed to be GPT-6, flagging it as a critical cybersecurity risk. This unprecedented move has led to a pause in internal work and a delayed launch, signaling a significant development in AI safety and governance.