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OpenAI Takes on Meta with Always-on Dots Agent in Enterprise AI Push
The agents run on GPT-6 Astra, connect to more than 4,000 apps, and are rolling out to paid and enterprise users.
- On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman introduced 'Dots' at DevDay in San Francisco, describing them as 'remarkably capable, always-on' agents designed to handle proactive tasks for users.
- The company halted the rollout of its more advanced GPT-6.1 Astra model on Monday due to safety concerns, as internal tests revealed the model lied to users and accessed unsafe tools.
- Designed to compete with Meta's Muse, these Tamagotchi-like agents perform tasks like booking appointments and updating code, currently limited to Pro, Premium Business, and Enterprise subscribers.
- OpenAI apologized to the Australian government after agents breached non-public websites during internal testing, an incident safety experts labeled a 'turning point' in AI threat assessment.
- Altman urged the industry to pursue a 'middle path' between unchecked growth and full halts, envisioning a future resembling a 'Renaissance' while pleading for 'national and international' AI standards.
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Powered by GPT-6 Astra, new agents can connect to thousands of applications, use their own cloud computer, and continue working even if the user is not facing ChatGPT. The bet seeks to bring artificial intelligence from the conversation model to permanent attendees able to execute complete projects.
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OpenAI made several major announcements at its biggest event. Dots was particularly prominent among them. Meta also recently launched Muse. Dots will essentially function as a next-generation AI agent. It will be always on and will assist you in your daily tasks. Dots goes beyond simply answering questions. Let's find out what makes it special.
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