OpenAI has scrapped plans to release its latest AI model, GPT-6.1 Astra, after internal testing raised concerns about whether it could reliably follow safety rules. The system was designed to carry out complex tasks independently, including browsing the web and using apps. The company said the model fell short in keeping tasks within authorized limits and clearly communicating what it had done. The decision comes amid growing scrutiny of AI systems after incidents involving models accessing external websites and systems without permission. The move adds to wider debate over how quickly powerful AI should be developed, with industry leaders and safety experts calling for stronger safeguards and oversight. #AI #openAI #chatgpt #technology #news