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: AI programming platform Replit has launched a new feature called Free Mode, powered by OpenAI's latest low-cost model GPT-5.6 Luna, aimed at reducing the cost for users to access AI programming tools and enhancing the value for paid subscribers.Replit stated that Free Mode is currently available to Core and Pro subscribers, corresponding to the $20/month and $100/month plans, respectively. This mode will serve as the default experience, allowing users to prioritize the low-cost model for chat, brainstorming, and simple programming tasks. When a task requires stronger reasoning capabilities, Replit Agent will automatically switch to a higher-performance model.Michele Catasta, Head of AI at Replit, said that the launch of Free Mode is made possible by OpenAI significantly cutting the cost of the GPT-5.6 Luna model. At the end of July, OpenAI reduced the API price of this model by approximately 80%, achieving cost reduction through improved model efficiency rather than relying on additional computing resources. (Fortune)
Odaily News: AI company OpenAI announced that ChatGPT free users and users on the low-cost Go plan can now use the lightweight GPT-5.6 model Luna without limits, but only for text conversations. File uploads, image generation, and voice conversations will still be subject to existing usage limits.GPT-5.6 Luna is the fastest but relatively lower-performing model in the GPT-5.6 series, and it now includes a new "Think" option that allows for extended reasoning time. OpenAI has also improved GPT-5.6's top-tier model Sol for Plus and Pro users, enhancing the reliability of factual information such as numbers, dates, and sources.OpenAI has also decided to postpone the release of its next-generation model, Astra. Internal evaluations of this model have shown strong capabilities in coding and cybersecurity, potentially reaching a "dangerous" rating. Internal activities have been temporarily paused as enhanced safety standards have not yet been finalized.
Odaily News, OpenAI announced that GPT-5.6 Sol now supports instant response and deep reasoning features for ChatGPT Plus and Pro users, aiming to provide a more accurate and focused answer experience. Additionally, OpenAI stated that free users and Go users will gain access to unlimited text chat powered by GPT-5.6 Luna starting tomorrow.
According to Fortune, as Chinese open-source AI models such as DeepSeek V4 Flash, GLM-5.2, and Kimi K3 continue to make breakthroughs, the core conflict of the global AI competition is shifting from "US-China confrontation" to a contest of "open source vs. closed." DeepSeek V4 Flash's performance lags behind GPT-5.6 Luna by only one intelligence index point, but the cost per task remains 60% lower even after OpenAI's 80% price cut. US export controls on China were originally intended to restrict China's AI development, but instead compelled Chinese enterprises to innovate deeply at the algorithm architecture level, accelerating the rise of the open-source model. Currently, trends in the US tech industry are shifting; former "AI Czar" David Sacks and others publicly support the open-source route, and Anthropic has also softened its stance against open source.
Odaily News: OpenAI announced that as of the end of July, ChatGPT's global active users surpassed 1 billion, and the number of enterprise customers exceeded 2 million.Data shows that ChatGPT gained over 1 million registered users within just 5 days of its launch, after which its user base grew rapidly, surpassing 200 million, 500 million, and 800 million users in August 2024, August 2025, and October 2025, respectively. OpenAI had previously projected internally that its user count would exceed 1 billion by the end of last year, but growth subsequently stalled, with the addition of 100 million new users taking about 5 months.OpenAI is bolstering its service competitiveness through GPT-5.6 Sol, the agent tool ChatGPT Work, as well as the lower-priced models GPT-5.6 Terra and GPT-5.6 Luna. OpenAI is also advancing the Stargate project in the U.S. with Oracle and SoftBank, and building data centers in South Korea with Samsung and SK.
B.AI 宣布 GPT-5.6 全系模型正式登陆 Web Chat，此前，B.AI API 已率先接入 GPT-5.6 Sol、GPT-5.6 Terra、GPT-5.6 Luna 三款模型，即日起用户无需配置 API，登录 https://chat.b.ai/chat 即可直接体验包括聊天问答、内容创作、代码编写与复杂推理在内的完整能力。此次全面开放标志着新一代模型在 B.AI 生态中的全场景落地，为开发者和普通用户提供“开箱即用”的智能化服务。未来，B.AI 将持续降低前沿 AI 技术的使用门槛，助力高效创作与决策。
Odaily News, Sharplink research director Steven Ehrlich stated on platform X that Ethereum (ETH) has started July 2026 with strong momentum, gaining approximately 11% so far this month. Historical data suggests investors should pay attention to ETH's July performance. Over the past 10 years, ETH has posted gains in July on four occasions, with an average increase of 43% in those months. Since 2020, July has been ETH's strongest-performing month, with an average gain of about 27%, leading all other months.The core advantage of ETH's July performance is not simply volatility but the asymmetry between gains and losses: when July is positive, the average gain is approximately 43%; in losing years, the average decline is only about 5% (2020 to 2025). Historically, strong Julys for ETH have often coincided with Ethereum-specific catalysts:July 2020: Gained 54%, marking the launch of "DeFi Summer." Compound introduced the COMP token, triggering a yield farming frenzy. DeFi total value locked (TVL) surged from about $1 billion to $4 billion within weeks, DEX monthly trading volume grew by 174%, and ETH benefited as the foundational infrastructure of DeFi.July 2022: Gained 58%. The timeline for The Merge upgrade was confirmed on July 14, market sentiment rebounded from the post-LUNA and 3AC crisis low, and approximately $337 million in short positions were liquidated within 3 days.July 2025: Gained 49%. The US GENIUS Act was signed, spot ETH ETFs recorded a record monthly inflow of approximately $5.4 billion, corporate capital accelerated its allocation to ETH, staking rate reached about 30%, and declining exchange balances contributed to supply tightness.Historically, ETH's strong monthly rallies have typically been driven by a combination of "Ethereum-specific catalysts plus supply-demand imbalance." For July 2026, Steven Ehrlich believes the current market environment presents similar opportunities:1. Institutional infrastructure is being built. EthLabs (protocol R&D) and Ethereum Institutional were recently launched to drive institutional participation in the on-chain ecosystem, with participants including Sharplink, BitMine, and Joe Lubin.2. The Ethereum roadmap continues to upgrade. Vitalik Buterin proposed the "Lean Ethereum" plan on July 4, aiming to simplify Ethereum's architecture, increase speed, and enhance quantum resistance over the next 3 to 4 years. Its significance is comparable to The Merge.3. Corporate capital continues to accumulate ETH. Digital asset reserve companies are still actively building their ETH positions. Sharplink currently holds 886,725 ETH, added 10,000 ETH in purchases last week, and stated its goal is to increase the amount of ETH per share.Steven Ehrlich stated that Ethereum is entering a new phase of development, where institutional adoption, technological upgrades, and capital allocation may become key factors driving ETH's price action.
B.AI announces that OpenAI's latest generation GPT-5.6 full lineup of models has officially been integrated into the B.AI API network. Effective immediately, developers can directly access three distinctly positioned models through B.AI's single interface: GPT-5.6 Sol specializes in ultimate reasoning and complex tasks; GPT-5.6 Terra is perfectly suited for daily workloads; GPT-5.6 Luna prioritizes ultra-fast response and cost-efficiency. Whether you are building agents, optimizing workflows, or exploring the boundaries of AGI applications, B.AI provides you with flexible and stable compute support. Log in to the B.AI platform now to unlock the full capabilities of GPT-5.6 and let the next generation of AI work for you.
OpenAI 表示，GPT-5.6 SOL、TERRA 和 LUNA 将于本周四公开发布，在全球范围内扩大预览访问权限。
Odaily OpenAI has officially launched the preview version of its next-generation GPT-5.6 series models, including the flagship model Sol, the balanced model Terra, and the fast, low-cost model Luna. GPT-5.6 introduces a new maximum reasoning effort and features a super mode that can accelerate complex tasks through sub-agents. The model boasts enhanced agentic capabilities in areas such as coding, biology, and cybersecurity. In terms of pricing, per 1 million tokens, Sol costs $5 for input and $30 for output; Terra costs $2.5 for input and $15 for output; Luna costs $1 for input and $6 for output.The model is currently in limited preview for a select group of trusted partners, with plans for a full rollout in the coming weeks. Additionally, the model will be available on Cerebras in July.
OpenAI has released its new GPT-5.6 series models—Sol, Terra, and Luna—currently available for limited preview to select partners. As the model names overlap with several well-known crypto projects, this has sparked market discussion.
Strive Vice President Joe Burnett posted on X platform, stating that before the Luna/UST collapse, the circulating supply of UST was approximately $18.7 billion, backed by only about $3.1 billion in BTC, and UST could be redeemed instantly.Today, Strategy holds approximately $51.5 billion in BTC, with the outstanding STRC amounting to about $10.5 billion, and STRC cannot be redeemed instantly. There are significant differences between the two.