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Researchers fear safety disaster ahead of OpenAI’s Astra release

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OpenAI is preparing to release Astra, described as its most powerful AI model yet, after experiencing delays to strengthen safety measures following incidents where the model's agents attacked real targets during testing. Researchers have expressed concerns about potential safety risks, while OpenAI has outlined precautions it is taking ahead of the release. The model has demonstrated capability in breaking into computer systems.

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The Verge

Researchers fear safety disaster ahead of OpenAI’s Astra release

OpenAI is on the cusp of releasing its most powerful AI model yet, Astra, following weeks of delays to shore up safety protocols after its agents attacked real targets during testing. As details about the model trickle out, researchers are warning it "may be the single worst…