OpenAI has announced potential adjustments to its Preparedness Framework regarding AI model safety, contingent on rival labs releasing 'high-risk' systems without adequate safeguards. This move highlights the competitive urgency in AI development, as OpenAI faces scrutiny over safety compromises for faster releases. The company asserts it will maintain protective measures while increasing reliance on automated evaluations for product development. Changes include a new categorization of models based on their risk levels, focusing on their potential to cause severe harm. These refinements mark the first update to OpenAI's framework since 2023.