The US Commerce Department has cleared OpenAI to release GPT-5.6 widely, ending a preview that limited the model to about 20 vetted partners.

OpenAI expects to do a wide release of GPT 5.6 this week following additional testing.

Trump administration lifts restrictions on OpenAI's GPT-5.6. Release before August 2026 at 99% NO.

OpenAI, White House, and the U.S. Department of Commerce did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.