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OpenAI slows development of Astra model over cybersecurity concerns

OpenAI suspended work on aspects of its upcoming Astra model after internal evaluations indicated it reached a "critical cybersecurity threshold." The model demonstrated the capability to independently identify and execute cyberattacks against protected systems, triggering the company's Preparedness Framework safeguards.

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