OpenAI and Meta Race to Launch New AI Agents

In late September 2026, OpenAI and Meta each announced new AI agent products. OpenAI launched Dots, an agent it describes as competing with Meta's Muse, and introduced reusable cloud environments for its Codex coding tool that work across devices. OpenAI also said its planned GPT-6.1 model is too insecure to release, and Sam Altman said the company will delay its IPO until it overcomes safety concerns. ChatGPT reached 1.2 billion users, and OpenAI announced new usage limits.

Meta adapted its Muse agent for small businesses. A separate incident involved Muse: a YouTuber's address was sent to a stranger. Manus, whose acquisition by Meta was unwound, is building a China team and pushing for a domestic comeback.