OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Agent, Adds Record Mode

OpenAI has launched the ChatGPT Agent, an autonomous AI assistant that can perform complex, multi-step tasks like scheduling, travel bookings, research, and presentations with minimal human input. CEO Sam Altman has cautioned users about the experimental nature and potential security risks of the technology, recommending its use be limited to non-sensitive scenarios. The Agent features advanced integrations, a virtual computing environment, and connectors to major productivity apps, with manual approval required for sensitive actions to prevent misuse. Additionally, OpenAI has expanded Record Mode access for ChatGPT Plus subscribers on macOS, allowing for recording and transcription of meetings, provided users follow privacy laws and obtain consent. Recently, OpenAI also resolved a major global outage that had temporarily affected ChatGPT and related services. These updates underscore both OpenAI’s rapid innovation and the ongoing reliability and safety challenges of its AI offerings.