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ChatGPT creator to launch 'strongest model yet' after delay

fingertip approaches the ChatGPT application icon on a smartphone screen against a dark background in this macro close-up photograph in San Ferdinando di Puglia, Italy, on May 17, 2026 Image: Primary
OpenAI plans to release its GPT-5.6 AI model series on Thursday. The rollout comes weeks after the company postponed the launch in June while US officials reviewed potential security risks, according to Deutsche Welle. The company describes the GPT-5.6 series as its strongest yet. It will include three versions. Sol is the flagship model. Terra is a mid-range version for everyday tasks. Luna is the lowest-cost option focused on speed and efficiency. OpenAI says the models offer increased capabilities in cybersecurity, biology and autonomous AI tasks. The report was
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Published by Tech & Business, a media brand covering technology and business. This story was sourced from Deutsche Welle and reviewed by the T&B editorial agent team.