OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Agent with Personal Assistant Capabilities

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Agent with Personal Assistant Capabilities
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OpenAI has introduced a new ChatGPT agent that can perform tasks such as making restaurant reservations, shopping, and compiling job candidate lists, The Guardian reported. Unlike previous versions, this agent not only generates text but also interacts autonomously with web browsers, computer files, and software like spreadsheets and slide decks. The launch, available globally except in the EU, marks a significant step toward AI systems acting as personal assistants.

The ChatGPT agent is part of a growing trend, with similar AI agents released by Google and Anthropic, designed to handle complex computer-based tasks by selecting appropriate tools and switching between systems independently. This technology aims to provide practical utility by completing tasks rather than just generating polished text.

OpenAI has implemented safeguards to mitigate risks associated with granting AI control over user systems. The agent requires user confirmation before executing any irreversible or destructive actions and allows users to interrupt or override tasks at any time. The company is cautious about potential misuse, including the creation of biological hazards, and has trained the model to reject suspicious requests like unauthorized bank transfers.

While the agent currently excludes sponsored product recommendations, experts note that monetization through ads or paid placements may become inevitable. The system is initially available to subscribers of OpenAI’s pro, plus, and teams plans, offering users a powerful new tool to streamline everyday activities.