AI Policy & Regulation
Jun 26, 2026
OpenAI Introduces Limited Release of New AI Model Following Government Request
Jun 26, 2026
AI Summary
OpenAI is launching a preview of its GPT-5.6 model series to a select group of partners, as requested by the Trump administration. This limited rollout aims to address concerns and will be expanded to a broader audience in the coming weeks.
- OpenAI is releasing a preview version of its new GPT-5.6 model series to a small group of trusted partners.
- The names of these partners have been approved by the US government.
- This limited release follows pressure from the Trump administration to stagger the rollout of the new AI model.
- A wider release of the model is expected in the coming weeks.
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