🚀 OpenAI Launches "Operator" AI Agent and Expands Free ChatGPT with o3-Mini Model

OpenAI has unveiled two major updates: the launch of Operator, an AI agent capable of performing web-based tasks like shopping or managing expenses, and the introduction of the o3-mini model for ChatGPT's free-tier users. Operator, currently in research preview for Pro users in the U.S., collaborates with platforms like Instacart, Uber, and eBay to simplify online workflows. Meanwhile, the o3-mini model, an upgrade from the o1 series, brings enhanced reasoning capabilities and broader accessibility to both free users and developers via API. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared the news on X, emphasizing their commitment to user feedback and improvement. A livestream event will showcase these innovations, promising a glimpse into the future of AI-driven productivity.

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