US Gov Asks OpenAI to Delay GPT-5.6 Launch

The U.S. government has reportedly asked OpenAI to slow the launch of its next major AI model, GPT-5.6, due to security concerns. The Trump administration specifically requested that OpenAI release GPT-5.6 in phases, starting with trusted partners. This request follows restrictions imposed on competitor Anthropic, which suspended access to its most advanced AI models due to regulatory pressure. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reportedly told employees the government is increasingly concerned about advanced AI capabilities. He also suggested collaborating with the administration on safety measures. The government's move comes after Anthropic blocked global access to its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models, citing national security concerns. A letter from Anthropic to U.S. Senators also accused China's Alibaba Group of unauthorized access to its Claude AI model using fraudulent accounts. This development highlights growing U.S. government concern regarding the security and capabilities of powerful AI models.