OpenAI Chief Scientist Warns No One Is Prepared for AI's Consequences
The warning coincides with OpenAI's release of GPT-6 Astra, which the company describes as its most powerful product yet, according to BBC Technology.

OpenAI's chief scientist has warned that no one is prepared for the consequences of artificial intelligence, according to a report by BBC Technology.
The warning was issued as the company released GPT-6 Astra, which OpenAI says is its most powerful product to date, the BBC reported.
Further details on the specific concerns raised by the chief scientist, as well as the capabilities of GPT-6 Astra, were not included in the available reporting.
BBC Technology did not specify additional context regarding the timing of the warning relative to the product launch.
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