OpenAI announced a new model named GPT-6.1 Sol and introduced background AI assistants called dots for prolonged tasks and monitoring.

Capabilities of GPT-6.1 Sol

GPT-6.1 Sol is described as capable of programming assistance, computer interaction, and performing complex multi-step tasks autonomously at scale.

According to OpenAI, the model delivers functionality comparable to Astra while being positioned as a more cost-efficient API option for certain deployments and workloads.

Dots: background AI assistants

Dots are designed to run in the background and can be tasked with data analysis, content preparation, or ongoing project work without continuous user supervision.

Each dot is provisioned with a cloud compute environment and a browser, and users select which external services the agent may access during its operation.

Actions that require explicit user approval are routed for confirmation to maintain oversight of sensitive or consequential operations performed by a dot.

Access and subscriptions

OpenAI plans a staged rollout of the new features, prioritizing Pro and Business Premium subscribers for early access to dots and related capabilities initially.

The announcement notes that one dot will be included with the Pro subscription at launch, and further availability details will be published by the company.