OpenAI has given an early look at GPT-5

Release2026-08-10

OpenAI has given an early look at GPT-5.6 Sol, described as a next-generation model with stronger performance on programming, scientific and cybersecurity tasks. The company says it ships alongside its most extensive set of safety controls to date. It is a preview, and no availability details or measured results were given.

What changed

OpenAI's previously available models were its most capable offerings for coding, science and security work.

openai.com2026-08-10

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