OpenAI has enforced temporary rate limits on image generation using the latest GPT-4o model due to a surge in image generation recreating art in the style of Studio Ghibli.
The trend of Studio Ghibli-inspired art is straining OpenAI's server architecture and potentially causing issues with GPUs at their data centers.
OpenAI will temporarily limit the generation rate while improving system efficiency, and they are also working on allowing free users to generate up to three images per day.
The popularity of the GPT-4o model lies in its ability to visually interpret images and recreate them in various styles, including the renowned Studio Ghibli art style.