# OpenAI slows down Astra development due to cybersecurity concerns - Engadget

> OpenAI slows down Astra development due to cybersecurity concerns The AI giant said that it couldn’t 'rule out critical cyber capabilities' when it came to the upcoming Astra model.

- **Source:** [Engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2233237/openai-slows-down-astra-development-due-to-cybersecurity-concerns/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a79980672a92fdb4add9d81)
- **Published:** 2026-08-10
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #openai #claude #anthropic #ai
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