OpenAI Codex: Gifting Credits for Growth?

OpenAI is preparing a new gifting feature for Codex, allowing users to share credits with others. A hidden widget and a "Gifts" entry on user profiles suggest this development. Currently, Codex credits are non-transferable, so any gifting system would require a change to OpenAI's terms or a new promotional structure. This initiative follows a recent referral pilot where users could invite friends and receive rate-limit resets. The aim appears to be transforming the user base into a distribution channel. This strategy could be more cost-effective than discounts for attracting new and lapsed users to Codex. The bottom line is this could expand Codex's reach and user engagement.