OpenAI delays GPT-6.1 Astra release over new safety concerns
10/01/2026 — 10/03, 02:12·1 sources·1 reports
OpenAI has delayed the release of GPT-6.1 Astra after testing surfaced new safety concerns, according to reports. The news lands as the industry grapples with agents that may behave unpredictably. The report argues that models need continuous evaluation and that enterprises should rely on runtime controls.
Latest turnOpenAI delayed the release of GPT-6.1 Astra after testing surfaced new safety concerns, as the industry struggles with agents that can act out of control. The episode shows why models need continued evaluation and enterprise runtime controls.

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OpenAI delayed the release of GPT-6.1 Astra after testing surfaced new safety concerns, as the industry struggles with agents that can act out of control. The episode shows why models need continued evaluation and enterprise runtime controls.
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