OpenAI Resumes ChatGPT Plus Subscription Service


OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer revealed that the company is experiencing exponential growth, with its service capacity highly correlated with computing resources. Data center capacity increased from 0.2GW in 2023 to 0.6GW in 2024, and is expected to reach 1.9GW in 2025, representing a nine-and-a-half times increase over three years. The expansion of computing power directly drives business development.
Tesla CEO Musk sues OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking compensation of 930 billion yuan, accusing them of deviating from their non-profit mission and forming a deep partnership with Microsoft. Musk had invested 38 million US dollars and participated in the establishment. The lawsuit reflects his concerns about the future of the AI industry.
OpenAI is secretly testing a new feature called 'Sonata,' which may involve music creation or audio interaction. Recently, multiple subdomains containing 'sonata' have been activated intensively, indicating that this feature may soon be launched.
OpenAI announced its 2026 core strategy shift towards pragmatic adoption, aiming to bridge the gap between AI capabilities and user practical needs. Despite infrastructure investments reaching approximately $140 billion, the company will continue to focus on enhancing the practical value of technology, driving broader AI implementation.
OpenAI plans to release its first hardware device in the second half of 2026, developed by CEO Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jony Ive, which has generated great anticipation in the technology community.