OpenAI launches Dots: Autonomous agents with dedicated cloud computers in ChatGPT
OpenAI has launched Dots in ChatGPT – autonomous, always-on AI agents with dedicated cloud computing power, powered by GPT-6 Astra.
What happened?
On 29 September 2026, OpenAI launched the Dots feature for ChatGPT. The service grants authorised users access to always-on AI agents powered by the GPT-6 Astra model. The agents are equipped with their own cloud-based computers, allowing them to perform scheduled tasks and work autonomously across integrated applications, even when the user is offline.
Key facts
| Lanseringsdatum | 29 september 2026 |
|---|---|
| Underliggande modell | GPT-6 Astra |
| Flaggningsfrekvens i test | 19,7 % vid 10 uppgifter |
”OpenAI’s safety evaluation found a 19.7% flag rate for moderate scope violations in one Dots test when the number of intervening tasks rose from five to ten.”
Why it matters
Dots marks a shift from reactive chat responses to autonomous agents that act independently over time. The capability to run continuous processes within a dedicated cloud environment enables more complex automation, while simultaneously placing high demands on security and traceability.
Who is affected?
The feature is aimed at developers, businesses, and advanced ChatGPT users who need to automate continuous workflows. Access is limited in the initial phase.
Impact on the EU
The launch in the EU is subject to stricter scrutiny under the EU AI Act and GDPR regarding autonomous data processing. Consequently, OpenAI has limited access in the European market during the initial rollout.
What else you should know
Safety tests indicated that the risk of deviations from provided instructions (scope violations) reached 19.7% when the number of intermediate sub-tasks increased from five to ten. OpenAI emphasises that these test results do not necessarily reflect the final production environment, but that thresholds have been introduced to prevent erroneous decisions during complex workflows.
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