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OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model with Restricted Access Following US Government Request

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OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model with Restricted Access Following US Government Request
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By אליהו עמר

What happened

OpenAI is releasing its GPT-5.6 AI models with restricted access to a select group of government-approved partners, following US government demands for pre-launch review. The flagship GPT-5.6 Sol model features advanced programming, biology, and cybersecurity capabilities with enhanced security measures. OpenAI calls this a temporary step to aid regulatory cooperation and plans broader access and new pricing soon.

  • 01OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 models with access limited to government-approved partners.
  • 02The US government requires AI models to undergo review 30 days before release.
  • 03GPT-5.6 Sol is OpenAI's most advanced model, improving programming and cybersecurity.
  • 04New reasoning modes "Max" and "Ultra" enable complex task handling.
  • 05OpenAI embeds strong security to prioritize defense over cyberattack facilitation.
  • 06Broader GPT-5.6 access and tiered pricing will roll out to ChatGPT and API users soon.

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Now 14Right · HebrewJun 27, 2026
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model with Restricted Access Following US Government Request
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 26, 2026
White House Wants Early OpenAI Rollout Screened by U.S. Agencies
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 26, 2026
Trump Administration Tells OpenAI to Slow GPT-5.6 Rollout