In a bid to expand its AI offerings, OpenAI is preparing to release a new tool known as ‘Operator.’ This AI agent will be capable of handling complex, multi-step tasks on behalf of users, including writing code, booking travel, and potentially many other activities. According to sources close to the project, OpenAI plans to launch the agent in January as a research version, with availability through an API for developers. This aligns with the broader AI industry’s trend toward creating agents that can autonomously manage tasks with minimal input from users.
OpenAI is not the only company exploring this new frontier in AI development. Competitor Anthropic has recently introduced an AI agent that performs tasks directly on a user’s computer, while Microsoft has launched tools to automate workflows such as email sending and document management. Even Google is in the race, working on a similar agent, as revealed by sources from The Information.
CEO Sam Altman has expressed that the true breakthrough in AI lies in the development of agents, which can understand and execute complex tasks on their own. With Operator, OpenAI is taking a major step toward this future, potentially revolutionizing how AI tools are utilized across various industries.