Tell HN: OpenAI has started putting ads on paid programs

According to a Hacker News post, OpenAI has begun displaying advertisements on its paid ChatGPT plan—specifically the six point ninety-nine pound sterling monthly subscription. One user reported seeing ads for the Financial Times, Shein, and Amazon Prime Day while using the paid service. The user subsequently cancelled their subscription, objecting to paying for access only to receive advertising. If confirmed, the move would represent a significant shift in OpenAI's monetization strategy and user experience.

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