OpenAI Launches 'dots': Background Agents Operating Round-the-Clock
OpenAI has launched 'dots', a feature featuring ChatGPT agents that operate 24/7 in dedicated cloud environments. The rollout is currently restricted to specific paid plans and regions.
What happened?
On 29 September 2026, OpenAI launched 'dots', a feature for continuously active ChatGPT agents operating 24/7. The agents operate in dedicated, cloud-based computing environments with read-access for autonomous background tasks. The rollout is being implemented in stages for select paid subscribers and regions.
Key facts
| Lanseringsdatum | 29 september 2026 |
|---|---|
| Officiellt produktnamn | dots |
| Driftform | 24/7 i egna molndatorer |
| Behörighet vid bakgrundsarbete | Skrivskyddad (read-only) |
Why it matters
The launch marks a transition from purely prompt-based chat models to asynchronous background agents capable of performing tasks without direct user commands. The architecture, featuring isolated cloud environments, establishes the framework for how autonomous assistants manage permissions and data access.
Who is affected?
The feature is aimed at paying ChatGPT users and developers building automated workflows. Users in regions outside the initial rollout do not yet have access to these agents.
Impact on the EU
The rollout is limited to selected paid subscriptions and geographical regions. Sources have not specified if or when the EU and European users will gain access to the service.
What else you should know
Previous leaks at the end of September 2026 incorrectly identified the name as 'o', based on screenshots and internal configuration files, prior to the official launch at DevDay.
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