GPT 5.6 Rollout Delayed: US Gov't Anxious Over AI

OpenAI has reportedly delayed the public rollout of its GPT 5.6 AI model. The US government asked the company to first make it available to a limited group of trusted partners. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees the Trump administration requested a staggered launch. He also said the government is increasingly anxious about advanced AI capabilities. This news follows the Trump administration's recent order for Anthropic to restrict access to its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models. OpenAI will initially provide access to about 20 trusted partners, with Amazon Bedrock expected to be a primary platform. Employees are concerned government actions against Anthropic could impact their future launch schedules. The report highlights a lack of standardized processes for AI companies to inform US authorities about new models. However, an executive order from President Trump aims to create a voluntary framework within 60 days. This framework would allow the government to review advanced AI models for up to 30 days before public release. This situation shows the ongoing tension between rapid AI development and government concerns about safety and control.