OpenAI confirms ChatGPT is down ahead of 'Astra' model launch

What happened

ChatGPT and Codex are experiencing a major outage, with users reporting errors across nearly every major ChatGPT feature. [...]

Why it matters

The incident may affect operational continuity, asset safety or trust around OpenAI. Watch for verified scope and remediation.

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2 reports · 1 original report · 2 independent

1. BleepingComputerPrimary source · Supports · EN · 100%
   OpenAI confirms ChatGPT is down ahead of 'Astra' model launch ↗Sep 3, 2026, 11:13 AM
2. DecryptIndependent · Supports · EN · 56%
   OpenAI Releases GPT-6 Astra: The Closest AI Model Yet to AGI ↗Sep 3, 2026, 3:24 PM

Claims

• OpenAI confirms ChatGPT is down ahead of 'Astra' model launch Observed

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Timeline

1. September 3, 2026 at 11:13 AMFirst reported
2. Sep 3, 2026, 3:25 PMUnverified · 71/66%

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