OpenAI Apologizes for Delays in GPT-6 Astra Access for Paying Users
OpenAI launched GPT-6 Astra, its latest AI model, on September 3, 2026, describing it as a significant advancement with enhanced capabilities. However, many paying subscribers, including ChatGPT Plus and Pro users, faced access delays, prompting CEO Sam Altman to apologize publicly without providing a firm timeline. OpenAI is gradually rolling out access, offering usage credits to affected users while engineers address deployment issues. The rollout began with enterprise customers, and the company acknowledged technical problems during the launch.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (48/100). Lens Score 40/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, moneycontrol. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 6 Sept, 06:28 am. Other outlets followed.