Perplexity hands off production systems

The Signal · 2026-09-13

An AI is now watching production systems with barely anyone looking over its shoulder. OpenAI says Perplexity is using GPT-6 Astra for end-to-end systems work: writing communications, changing software, monitoring production. Far less human check-in than earlier versions required.

Also today: Sam Altman told Fortune an OpenAI public offering in 2026 would be, quote, ill-advised. That rules out a near-term listing.

The Verge reports Trump is loosening environmental rules to speed AI data center construction. Former EPA officials warn of higher pollution and health risks nearby.

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