OpenAI has reportedly removed the five-hour usage cap for its Codex coding model, replacing it with a weekly limit for some users. This change is seen as a significant improvement for those who use Codex for extensive coding tasks. Additionally, OpenAI has introduced new models named Sol, Terra, and Luna, which are positioned as more cost-effective alternatives to GPT-5.5, with Sol achieving a score of 59 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index, surpassing Claude Fable-5. AI
IMPACT Removal of Codex usage caps could improve developer productivity, while new models offer cost-effective alternatives.
RANK_REASON The item discusses changes to usage limits for an existing tool (Codex) and the introduction of new model variants, which falls under tool updates rather than a frontier release.
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