Anticipated Release and Features
's new AI agent tool, named 'Operator', is expected to launch in January 2025, initially as a research preview and through its API for developers.
'Operator' is designed to perform tasks such as writing code and booking travel by controlling a web browser, aiming to automate computer-based chores without supervision.
Industry Context and Comparisons
The AI agent landscape is rapidly evolving, with competitors like and also developing similar tools, suggesting a competitive race in this new AI frontier.
OpenAI CEO has highlighted AI agents as a significant breakthrough for 2025, emphasizing the potential of these tools to change how users interact with their computers.