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OfficialOct 16, 2026 ·

OpenAI adds parallel agents and faster responses to ChatGPT Pro

ChatGPT Pro users can now follow multiple agents working simultaneously on separate parts of a task, alongside speed and tool-use improvements.

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OpenAI has updated GPT-6 Pro in ChatGPT with quicker responses and better handling of tools and plugins. The update also lets several agents work simultaneously on separate portions of an assignment.

Users can monitor the agents within their conversation. When an agent finishes, its completed task can be opened to inspect the work.

The change brings task delegation into ChatGPT's Chat tab, with progress and results visible in the conversation. OpenAI is rolling it out to eligible Pro subscribers; access in managed workspaces also depends on administrative settings and eligibility.

Published
Oct 16, 2026
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