OpenAI has begun rolling out ads across its platform. Here’s what we know: "If you're a free user, you can opt out of seeing ads in exchange for fewer messages and a lower rate limit." “OpenAI is charging advertisers per view, not per click…” — Ann Gehan, The Information | The Information

Big changes to OPT and STEM OPT are coming in 2026, and international students need to pay attention. Proposed chnges may include: • Fewer degrees qualifying for STEM OPT • A shorter STEM OPT extension than the current 24 months • Stricter limits on how long you can remain unemployed while in F-1 status None of this is final yet, but the direction is clear: less flexibility, more scrutiny, and higher risk if you are not planning ahead. If you are an international student, a recent graduate, or a