OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand
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OpenAI has paused new registrations for its Pro plan, which costs $200 per month, due to extremely high system demand from interest in Astra, the company's new and powerful AI model.
Product lead Thibault Sottiaux explained that the Pro plan creates the most strain on infrastructure, while other plans including API, Go, and Plus remain open to new users. Astra launched on September 3, and OpenAI has not stated how long the pause will continue or how many people register daily.
Demand for OpenAI's newest and most powerful model, Astra, has led the company to temporarily pause subscriptions for its $200-per-month Pro plan, citing strain on its infrastructure.
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