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GitHub has shifted its Copilot AI coding assistant to a usage-based billing model, sparking widespread user complaints about rapid consumption of monthly quotas and unexpected cost increases. Many developers shared their experiences of quickly exhausting allotted AI credits, with some estimating potentially thousands of dollars in new charges for prior usage patterns. The change marks a significant shift from GitHub's previous request-based billing system.

OpenAI will offer ChatGPT Plus subscriptions free of charge for one year to all residents and citizens of Malta, in a government-backed initiative to promote digital literacy. Access is conditional on completing an AI fundamentals course and holding an EU eID. The announcement also comes as OpenAI puts plans for a major UK data center on hold.

Google is launching an AI-powered health coach service for $9.99 per month, available from May 19. The product uses artificial intelligence to offer personalized wellness support. This move signals growing interest among technology firms in applying AI to consumer health.

OpenAI has launched a new $100-per-month Pro plan for ChatGPT, offering higher usage limits than its existing Plus tier. The plan targets users seeking more extensive access to coding features powered by OpenAI's Codex AI. The move aligns OpenAI's pricing structure with that of competitor Anthropic and addresses the increased demand for advanced AI coding tools.

ChatGPT has launched a new professional subscription plan priced at $100 per month. The plan targets advanced users and organizations seeking enhanced AI chatbot capabilities. The move reflects increasing demand for powerful generative AI tools in professional settings.

Google has increased the cloud storage allocation for its AI Pro subscription plan from 2TB to 5TB, with no change in the monthly price. The update aims to enhance value for users leveraging Google's AI features without requiring them to move to higher-priced plans.

A new RevenueCat report finds AI-powered apps convert trial users to paid customers 52% better than non-AI apps, but struggle with long-term retention. The analysis highlights a trade-off between early monetization and sustained customer loyalty for AI apps.

A grassroots campaign called QuitGPT is urging users to cancel their ChatGPT Plus subscriptions in protest of perceived political affiliations and controversial government contracts. Although it is unclear how widespread the boycott is, the initiative has gained visibility across social media platforms and is part of a wider trend of consumer activism targeting technology companies. OpenAI has not responded to requests for comment.