OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Agent Mode to Perform Complex Tasks

OpenAI has introduced a new agent mode for ChatGPT, allowing the AI to take actions on behalf of users. This feature, rolling out immediately, is part of a broader tech industry shift toward digital assistants that can handle multi-step tasks. Unlike traditional chatbots, ChatGPT’s agent mode uses a virtual computer to perform actions like managing calendars or shopping online. For example, users can ask it to summarize upcoming meetings based on recent news or plan and purchase groceries for specific meals. The move intensifies competition with Google’s Gemini, which is pursuing similar digital assistant capabilities.