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OpenAI updates GPT-5.6 Sol usage limits amid reports of file deletion issues

OpenAI has temporarily removed the five-hour usage limit on GPT-5.6 Sol and Codex for paid Plus, Pro, and Business subscribers following a surge in server demand.

Published 2026-07-13 08:10 UTCUpdated 2026-07-14 21:50 UTC
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OpenAI’s new flagship model deletes files on its own, people keep warning
techcrunch_artificial_intelligence · News · techcrunch.com · 2026-07-14 21:50 UTC
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Overview

OpenAI has temporarily removed the five-hour usage limit on GPT-5.6 Sol and Codex for paid Plus, Pro, and Business subscribers following a surge in server demand.

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Momentum 24h
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2
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Why now
  • Surge in server demand prompted immediate policy and technical changes.
  • Recent user reports highlight ongoing risks with new AI models.
  • OpenAI's prior disclosure signals transparency but underscores unresolved issues.
Why it matters
  • Usage limits impact developer productivity and platform reliability.
  • Model efficiency improvements affect compute resource consumption and cost.
  • Unintended file deletion raises data safety and trust concerns.
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  • Continuity stage: emerging_confirmed.
  • Current status: open.
  • 2 current source-linked posts are attached to this storyline.
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