01 / The short version
What happened
OpenAI has introduced dots: persistent agents that work across connected tools and keep projects moving between conversations. The product puts delegated work, review, and permissions at the centre of the experience.
See the exact references02 / Key takeaways
What you need to know
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Dots use GPT-6 Astra and can work on their own cloud computers.
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Users choose connected apps, set boundaries, review work, and change direction.
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The launch page lists access for eligible Pro, Business Premium, and Enterprise users; availability depends on the market and workspace settings.
Why it matters
The practical shift is from asking for a response to assigning an ongoing responsibility. For builders, permissions and handoffs become part of the product experience.
Keep in perspective
What to watch for
Check the current rollout and approval rules before designing a workflow around it. The announcement is a product description, not an independent reliability test.
Go to the source
Exact references
These are the original pages used for this brief. Publisher claims are not independent evaluations.
01Primary source · OpenAIDots: product announcement and capabilitieshttps://chatgpt.com/features/dots/02Reporting · AxiosSeptember 29 launch reportinghttps://www.axios.com/2026/09/29/openai-dots-ai-assistant-devdayBrief reviewed on 30 Sept 2026. Analysis is clearly separated from reported facts. How the radar works