OpenAI has announced a delay in the rollout of its upcoming AI model, GPT-5.6, following concerns raised by the Trump administration.
The request for a staggered release was communicated by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to the company's employees, highlighting the administration's focus on security.
As a result, the launch of GPT-5.6 will now be postponed, with further details on the timeline yet to be clarified.
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Update at 23:46 UTC on 2026-06-25
AI News reported Trump administration asks OpenAI to limit next model release over security concerns Axios.
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Update at 14:26 UTC on 2026-06-26
AI News reported OpenAI staggers AI model release after Trump administration request The Guardian.
Sources: AI News