AI 2026-09-03· TechCrunch
OpenAI launches Astra, its powerful (and controversial) new model
OpenAI has officially launched Astra, its latest and highly anticipated AI model, sparking both excitement and controversy. The release comes amidst a rapid pace of AI development from major tech companies. Astra represents a significant step forward in AI capabilities, further pushing the boundaries of what these systems can achieve.
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