OpenAI just teased ChatGPT Agent – live updates as we approach the launch

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July 17, 2025, 4:29 PM

• •OpenAI is set to unveil a new ChatGPT agent that unifies various tools and models.
• •The agent can handle tasks independently, make decisions about which models to use, and navigate the web.
• •Key features include access to a computer, tool selection through reinforcement learning, and the ability to interrupt tasks.
• •The announcement was teased through cryptic videos and social media posts, with a livestream introducing the agent.

OpenAI is introducing a new 'ChatGPT Agent' which is a unified agentic model that can handle tasks, make decisions about which models to use, and navigate the web independently. This new agent integrates tools like Operator and Deep Research, offering users a more streamlined and collaborative experience. The agent is designed to be highly collaborative, allowing for interruption and confirmation before completing tasks. This announcement was highly anticipated after OpenAI posted cryptic teasers on social media, culminating in a live stream event.

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