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GPT-6 Astra gives mathematicians a breather, and OpenAI says that's by design

AITopTools Editorial TeamSeptember 10, 2026

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OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra reportedly leads ErdosBench, a test of open mathematics problems, despite math not being a stated priority. Chief scientist Jakub Pachocki says the company is instead focusing resources on systems that can improve themselves and on making them safer and more reliable.

What this means for you

The result suggests AI progress may be uneven, with exceptional performance in some areas rather than across the board. The feed provides no details about Astra’s public availability, pricing, or what everyday users can do with it now.

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