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As of June 24, 2026, OpenAI was reporting a "Minor OpenAI outage" impacting FedRAMP workspaces and API organizations with degraded performance.
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2026-06-24
@scaling01 followed up by noting the model ID "gpt-5-6-auto" in the context of the same leak, reinforcing speculation around near-term GPT-5.6 availability.
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Reports and leaks suggest that OpenAI's next immediate release will likely be an iterative update called GPT-5.6, rather than GPT-6.
Open source ↗A routing entry for 'gpt-5.6' was briefly observed in OpenAI's Codex backend logs in early June 2026, indicating active testing.
Open source ↗Internal codenames like 'kindle-alpha' have been associated with the development of OpenAI's next model.
Open source ↗OpenAI's chief scientist, Jakub Pachocki, reportedly described the company's next model as a 'meaningful improvement' over GPT-5.5, widely interpreted as referring to GPT-5.6.
Open source ↗Speculative timelines suggest a preview or announcement for GPT-6 could occur in Q4 2026, with general availability projected for Q1 2027.
Open source ↗There are hints of a potential late-June 2026 launch for GPT-5.6.
Open source ↗2026-06-23
As of June 23, 2026, OpenAI's official status page indicated ongoing degraded performance for FedRAMP workspaces and API organizations, an issue that had persisted for about one week.
Open source ↗@scaling01 shared a screenshot from the ChatGPT website showing the model ID "gpt-5-6-auto" and commented "Did I just sleep through GPT-5.6 launch?", "looks like gpt-5.6 won't be delayed after all", and "2 leaks in a day is not a coincidence," suggesting an imminent or recent internal rollout of the next frontier model.
Open source ↗@scaling01 shared a screenshot from the ChatGPT website showing the model ID "gpt-5-6-auto" and commented "Did I just sleep through GPT-5.6 launch?", "looks like gpt-5.6 won't be delayed after all", and "2 leaks in a day is not a coincidence," suggesting an imminent or recent internal rollout of the next frontier model.
Open source ↗On the same day, @scaling01 posted a screenshot from the Codex GitHub repo spotting "GPT-5.6" and later noted "this suggests to me that GPT-5.6 could be an even more expensive/larger model than GPT-5.5," providing additional evidence of active development and testing of the next model.
Open source ↗On the same day, @scaling01 posted a screenshot from the Codex GitHub repo spotting "GPT-5.6" and later noted "this suggests to me that GPT-5.6 could be an even more expensive/larger model than GPT-5.5," providing additional evidence of active development and testing of the next model.
Open source ↗2026-06-22
GPT-5.6 / Bidi-1 is expected "this Thursday" (June 25), with extensive testing of 5.6-Pro already done, and other 5.6 checkpoints also tested.
Open source ↗@chetaslua reported that "kindle-alpha" is the release candidate for the upcoming GPT-5.6 / 5.6 Pro frontier model, hinting at new checkpoints or a potential release as early as "this Thursday".
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On June 22, 2026, OpenAI experienced an "Increased Error Rate for gpt-5.5 model in the API" and "Elevated transcription failures affecting ChatGPT & Codex," which were subsequently resolved.
Open source ↗2026-06-21
@chetaslua posted a comparison video of GPT-5.6 Pro vs. Fable 5, treating GPT-5.6 as an active upcoming model under testing.
Open source ↗GPT-5.6 is rumored for a release next Thursday, with potential front-end improvements.
Open source ↗2026-06-20
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OpenAI is reportedly restricting access to its services for users in China, Russia, and Iran, with services slated to be cut off as of July 9, 2026.
Open source ↗2026-06-19
@chetaslua shared new details on GPT-5.6-Pro (juice value of 960, Dec 2025 cutoff, and integrations) and speculated a Thursday release.
Open source ↗@chetaslua mentioned that GPT-5.6-Pro is being tested and speculated on a potential surprise launch.
Open source ↗@chetaslua highlighted capabilities of GPT-5.6-Pro, including image/prompt one-shot results, a Dec 2025 knowledge cutoff, and a higher juice value, hinting at a subscriber surprise.
Open source ↗2026-06-18
@testingcatalog noted that the GPT-5.6 model family is being prepared for release, with GPT-5.6-Pro spotted in testing.
Open source ↗Leaked screenshots and first-output comparisons show GPT-5.6 Pro demonstrating stronger reasoning and understanding than GPT-5.5 Pro on coding, 3D, and SVG tasks, pointing to an imminent June 25 release.
Open source ↗Reports indicate GPT-5.6 / GPT-5.6 Pro is in active stealth testing, visible to select Pro users when choosing the GPT-5.5 Pro option, ahead of the anticipated June 25 launch.
Open source ↗According to @AiBattle_, GPT-5.6 is set to release next Thursday (June 25) using the lighter Kindle-Alpha checkpoint instead of Kepler-Alpha.
Open source ↗@koltregaskes indicated that GPT-5.6 and GPT-5.6-Pro are landing soon, most likely next Thursday (June 25), with potential early testing of the Pro version.
Open source ↗According to multiple leakers, GPT-5.6 and GPT-5.6 Pro (associated with checkpoints Kindle-Alpha and Kepler-Alpha) are undergoing active stealth testing, with a public launch planned for June 25, 2026.
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The "Record & Replay" feature for the Codex app on macOS is initially unavailable in the European Union, UK, and Switzerland.
Open source ↗2026-06-17
@koltregaskes observed that predictions for the GPT-5.6 release have shifted from this week to next week.
Open source ↗2026-06-16
OpenAI updated its data residency information on June 16, 2026, confirming inference residency for ChatGPT in Europe (EEA + Switzerland), the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.
Open source ↗2026-06-13
A coalition of US state attorneys general has launched an investigation into OpenAI, which could potentially affect the availability and regulatory landscape for future GPT models.
Open source ↗Koltregaskes notes that the version jump from 5.5 to 5.6 implies OpenAI "needs to release GPT-6 in reality."
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OpenAI is reportedly expanding its infrastructure significantly, including a major data center project in Ohio, to support its next-generation models and an anticipated IPO.
Open source ↗2026-06-12
OpenAI acquired Ona, a secure cloud execution platform provider, to enhance Codex's capabilities. This acquisition strengthens the foundation for future OpenAI AI agent models, including "gpt-next," to achieve stable, long-running autonomous operations across enterprise workflows, even offline.
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According to previous hints from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and broader discussions, the next major model, widely anticipated as 'GPT-6,' is not expected before mid-to-late 2026, with some predictions extending into early 2027.
Open source ↗General sentiment from previous reports continues to suggest a realistic launch window for GPT-6 of mid-to-late 2026, potentially extending into early 2027.
Open source ↗Prediction market Polymarket shows a 95% probability of GPT-6 being released by December 31, 2026, with reports continuing to project a release in mid to late 2026 or Q3-Q4 2026.
Open source ↗A GPT-5.6 model string was briefly spotted in Codex logs in mid-May.
Open source ↗OpenAI is reportedly preparing to launch a new AI model, codenamed 5.6, this month (June 2026).
Open source ↗OpenAI CEO Sam Altman hinted that a major AI upgrade is nearing release.
Open source ↗OpenAI's Chief Scientist, Jakub Pachocki, reportedly indicated internally that GPT-5.6 is a "meaningful improvement" over GPT-5.5 and is slated for release later in June 2026.
Open source ↗Leaked model codenames, "Iris-alpha" and "Mercury-alpha," have been circulating, potentially indicating internal development for the upcoming GPT-5.6 release.
Open source ↗OpenAI's next flagship model, GPT-5.6, is reportedly set for release later this month.
Open source ↗2026-06-11
Flowersslop asks if OpenAI will release "something cool today," including GPT-5.6.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees in internal Slack messages that the company could realistically go public within the next year, coinciding with the preparation of an upcoming model.
Open source ↗According to internal communications from chief scientist Jakub Pachocki, OpenAI is reportedly preparing to release its next flagship model, GPT-5.6, later this month. This model is described as a 'meaningful improvement' over GPT-5.5, focusing on efficiency and safety.
Open source ↗2026-06-10
The Information reported that OpenAI is preparing a new AI model, and CEO Sam Altman informed employees the company expects to go public within the next year.
Open source ↗An insider leak reported on Reddit suggests that a new model, potentially GPT-5.6 or GPT-6, might be released this month.
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According to an exclusive report by The Information, OpenAI is preparing a new AI model, though not explicitly named GPT-6, which will follow GPT-5.5 Pro and Instant.
Open source ↗The Information reported on June 10, 2026, that OpenAI is preparing a new AI model.
Open source ↗OpenAI is reportedly preparing to release a new model, internally dubbed GPT-5.6, which is expected to have "meaningful improvement" compared to GPT-5.5, according to an internal message from OpenAI's chief scientist.
Open source ↗2026-06-08
AILeaksAndNews reports that OpenAI may release GPT-5.6 this week as the first fully RLed checkpoint of the Spud pretrain, if no delays occur.
Open source ↗According to AiBattle_, a GPT-5.6 release candidate ("kindle-alpha") briefly appeared in the Design Arena as "Kindle" (later removed), with a similar follow-up model "Levi" also potentially being GPT-5.6; comparisons to GPT-5.5 were shared.
Open source ↗scaling01 explicitly references waiting to see how "GPT-6" performs alongside Mythos, treating it as a distinct upcoming frontier model.
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A report from June 8, 2026, suggests some OpenAI insiders consider GPT-5.6, a strong candidate for a June release, to have 'GPT-6 worthy' capabilities. Leaked codenames 'iris-alpha' and 'mercury-alpha' are also associated with upcoming OpenAI models.
Open source ↗2026-06-07
chetaslua offered to test hard prompts on GPT-5.6, confirming active access/testing of the model in the community.
Open source ↗According to koltregaskes, three major models, including the rumored GPT-5.6 from OpenAI, could be released next week.
Open source ↗AndrewCurran_ reports that OpenAI is planning its biggest ChatGPT revamp since launch, expected next week alongside the GPT-5.6 announcement (per FT reporting) and a livestream.
Open source ↗2026-06-05
OpenAI announced its agreement to allow U.S. government regulators to review its advanced AI models for security risks 30 days before their public release.
Open source ↗OpenAI's George Osborne stated that the company will allow the US government to access its most capable models up to 30 days before public release for federal benchmarking.
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SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, following discussions with Sam Altman and OpenAI engineers, stated that OpenAI's upcoming model is being designed by another AI model.
Open source ↗2026-06-04
An OpenAI research update titled "Better memory for a more helpful ChatGPT" indicates ongoing work on improving memory capabilities within ChatGPT, a feature often associated with future model generations.
Open source ↗OpenAI published research titled "Dreaming: Better memory for a more helpful ChatGPT," indicating ongoing work on memory features anticipated for future GPT models like GPT-6.
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An OpenAI research post from June 4, 2026, indicates ongoing development in memory features, widely rumored to be central to future GPT models.
Open source ↗2026-06-03
A Reddit leak mentioned "Iris-alpha" and "Mercury-alpha" as potential OpenAI model codenames for GPT-5.6.
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Codenames "Iris-alpha" and "Mercury-alpha" were leaked in a Reddit post as potential contenders for GPT-5.6.
Open source ↗A Reddit post highlighted leaked OpenAI model codenames, "Iris-alpha" and "Mercury-alpha," as potential contenders for GPT-5.6, suggesting internal model development beyond the current GPT-5.5.
Open source ↗An unverified Reddit post mentioned leaked codenames "Iris-alpha" and "Mercury-alpha" as potential candidates for a GPT-5.6 release.
Open source ↗2026-04-30
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman hinted that GPT-6 is coming 'with extra goblins,' suggesting that the development of GPT-6 is underway.
Open source ↗2024-06-23
According to chetaslua, while GPT-5.6's release has been delayed to mid-July, Bidi-1 preparations are continuing for a possible imminent release.
Open source ↗According to AiBattle_, the release of GPT-5.6 has been delayed until around mid-July.
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