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OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand

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

TechCrunch AI· Sarah Perez·Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 8:59 PM UTC

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