OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand
techcrunch.comSarah Perez
OpenAI has temporarily halted new Pro subscription sign-ups to manage system strain, citing the tier's high resource demands. The company is adding capacity to handle existing usage before reopening enrollment.
Why it mattersReaders planning to upgrade to Pro need to know they cannot sign up now; this signals both OpenAI's scaling challenges and the pressure premium features place on infrastructure.
From the source: The company said Pro subscriptions put the most strain on its systems, so it's pausing sign-ups while adding more capacity.Read at techcrunch.com