EventAI ModelsJuly 31, 2026
OpenAI previews unreleased 'Astra' model to DC policymakers

The Information reported in an exclusive that Sam Altman demoed the unreleased Astra model to policymakers in Washington this week. OpenAI has not publicly detailed Astra's capabilities or release timeline.
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