Beyond rate limits: scaling access to Codex and Sora

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OpenAI introduces a hybrid access model combining rate limits and pay-as-you-go credits for Codex and Sora, allowing users to continue using the products after hitting rate limits

advanced Published 13 Feb 2026
Action Steps
  1. Identify the limitations of traditional access models, such as rate limits and usage-based billing
  2. Design a hybrid system that combines real-time limits with pay-as-you-go access
  3. Implement a real-time access engine that counts usage and allows users to purchase credits
  4. Test and refine the system to ensure seamless transitions between rate limits and credits
Who Needs to Know This

This solution benefits developers and product managers who work with AI models, as it provides a more flexible and scalable access control system, enabling them to better manage usage and costs

Key Insight

💡 A hybrid access model can provide a better user experience and more flexible access control, while also protecting system performance and user trust

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