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OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand

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The company said Pro subscriptions put the most strain on its systems, so it's pausing sign-ups while adding more capacity.

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Timeline · 3 reports

  1. 2026-09-10 22:29 · r/singularity
    OpenAI pauses Pro subscriptions due to overwhelming demand (is there a chance it never opens up again... ever?)
  2. 2026-09-10 20:59 · TechCrunch AI
    OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand
  3. 2026-09-09 07:18 · r/OpenAI
    OpenAI might pause Pro subscriptions due to demand

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