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OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra-powered 'dots' for ChatGPT

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OpenAI has introduced "dots," a new feature powered by GPT-6 Astra, designed to act as always-on agents within ChatGPT. These agents can perform a range of tasks, from simple actions like booking reservations to complex work requiring high initiative. Users will have control over their dot's capabilities, setting boundaries and specifying when it should seek permission. The dots operate on a dedicated cloud computer and can integrate with over 4,000 apps through ChatGPT plugins, with user-connected apps being optional. AI

IMPACT Introduces always-on AI agents within ChatGPT, potentially automating a wider range of user tasks and workflows.

RANK_REASON Frontier-lab model release with system card

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OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra-powered 'dots' for ChatGPT

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COVERAGE [4]

  1. X — OpenAI TIER_1 English(EN) · OpenAI ·

    Dots will be available in ChatGPT on web, mobile, and desktop across Pro, Business Premium, and Enterprise users in eligible markets.

    Dots will be available in ChatGPT on web, mobile, and desktop across Pro, Business Premium, and Enterprise users in eligible markets. To get started, create your first dot in the ChatGPT desktop app or your desktop browser, connect your apps, and let it introduce itself.

  2. X — OpenAI TIER_1 English(EN) · OpenAI ·

    Introducing dots, powered by GPT-6 Astra.

    Introducing dots, powered by GPT-6 Astra. Remarkably capable, always-on agents built to handle everything. https://t.co/inY5BZj3Kz

  3. X — OpenAI TIER_1 English(EN) · OpenAI ·

    You always stay in control. Set boundaries and specify what your dot can do on its own, when it should ask first, and what it should never do.

    You always stay in control. Set boundaries and specify what your dot can do on its own, when it should ask first, and what it should never do. Safety is built in. You choose which apps to connect, and your dot runs on its own cloud computer—so connecting yours is entirely

  4. X — OpenAI TIER_1 English(EN) · OpenAI ·

    Your dot can do simple things like book a table—or take on your most ambitious work with the initiative of a high-agency engineer or chief of staff.

    Your dot can do simple things like book a table—or take on your most ambitious work with the initiative of a high-agency engineer or chief of staff. It has its own computer and works across 4,000+ apps through ChatGPT, using the plugins you connect. It learns what you need and

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