ChatGPT Astra is OpenAI’s latest AI model, built for advanced reasoning, coding, research and computer-based tasks. It can handle complex multi-step workflows, analyse large amounts of information and interact with software more effectively.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT 6 Astra for complex professional workflows. The new AI model reduces task completion time by 47 percent for users.

On September 3, 2026, OpenAI launched ChatGPT 6 Astra, heralding a groundbreaking leap in artificial intelligence. This innovative model boasts training on more than 100,000 GPUs, optimized for challenging AI operations.

GPT6 Astra is rolling out today to a limited set of organizations and over the coming days will become available to all ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise users.

ChatGPT 6 Astra reportedly enters partner testing as Ultima Alpha with advanced coding capabilities, while rumors point to an early September release.

On Thursday evening, a plethora of users faced significant disruptions when attempting to access major AI platforms, including ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. As rumors linked these outages to OpenAI's upcoming model,

OpenAI said companies participating in its application-based cybersecurity program will be first to get access to Astra.