OpenAI launches cheaper AI model, after scrapping one deemed unsafe
SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI launched a new mid-range artificial intelligence model Tuesday that costs five times less than its flagship offering, one day after scrapping an upgraded version deemed unreliable. GPT-6.1 Sol ranks below OpenAI's most powerful model, GPT-6 Astra, released in early September. The company on Monday said it abandoned plans for GPT-6.1 Astra because the model frequently…
OpenAI has launched a new mid-range artificial intelligence model called GPT-6.1 Sol. This model costs five times less than its flagship offering, GPT-6 Astra. GPT-6.1 Sol ranks below GPT-6 Astra, which was released in early September.
The launch of GPT-6.1 Sol comes after OpenAI scrapped an upgraded version, GPT-6.1 Astra, due to reliability issues. According to The Korea Times, the abandoned model frequently ignored instructions.
The introduction of GPT-6.1 Sol marks a move in a price war with rival Anthropic, as both companies prepare for initial public offerings. This was announced at OpenAI's annual developer conference.
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