Summary
GPT-Astra, GPT-6.1 Sol and GPT-6 Luna are entering private preview for selected Google Cloud customers. The integration gives enterprises access to OpenAI models alongside Google Cloud governance, infrastructure and existing commitments.
Why it matters
The deal expands OpenAI’s distribution beyond Microsoft and AWS while making model choice a strategic battleground among hyperscalers.
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