Thibault Sottiaux

OpenAI is quietly testing a paid feature that allows ChatGPT Plus users to immediately reset their weekly usage quota via an "$8 to reset" button. This early experiment, which was not formally announced, enables the removal of the typical waiting period associated with depleted AI usage caps. The company stated it is exploring ways for some users who hit quotas to buy additional usage.

Google faces criticism over delays in its Gemini 3.5 Pro AI model, with competitors like Meta and OpenAI mocking the setback. Analysts note the delay has shifted perceptions of Google from a leader to a laggard in the AI race, while the company focuses on releasing faster, cost-effective models.

OpenAI is integrating its Codex AI coding tool into the ChatGPT desktop app to create a unified work hub, alongside releasing new GPT-5.6 AI models. The company aims to compete with rivals like Anthropic, Google, and Meta while expanding Codex's use beyond coding to areas like data analysis and research.

OpenAI is investigating Codex users hitting usage limits faster than usual due to a fraud-prevention system error. The company reset user caps and is monitoring the situation.

OpenAI's Codex AI coding tool experienced 'elevated errors' and 'model at capacity' issues, prompting user complaints. OpenAI confirmed the problem and reported full recovery by 9:48 a.m. Eastern Time. Users shared social media posts about the disruptions, and the company indicated ongoing efforts to stabilize the service.

Thibault Sottiaux helped make AI coding one of OpenAI’s fastest-growing businesses. He is now overseeing a major overhaul of ChatGPT.