OpenAI unveiled always-on Dots agents powered by GPT-6 Astra at its DevDay 2026 event. The agents handle multi-step tasks across apps with user-defined rules and explicit approval gates for sensitive actions.
Dots operate independently across apps and interfaces.
https://x.com/OpenAI/status/2104984504133918973
Dots seek permission before installing software or changing passwords.
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