ChatGPT Work with GPT-5.6: OpenAI Challenges Anthropic

OpenAI has launched a new AI agent called ChatGPT Work, designed to challenge Anthropic. This new product is aimed at non-programmers. Here's the thing: ChatGPT Work automates the creation of documents, presentations, and websites. It combines OpenAI’s popular chatbot with the Codex tool for this purpose. The agent is built on the latest AI model, GPT-5.6, which OpenAI also recently unveiled in three different sizes. What's interesting is that this launch follows a postponement last month due to national security concerns from the U.S. government. ChatGPT Work directly responds to Claude Cowork from Anthropic, an agent that can autonomously plan and carry out multi-step tasks. OpenAI states these new products will be cheaper and more widely accessible. They also announced a desktop ChatGPT app and a feature allowing users to create and share websites directly. The bottom line: This move signals tighter competition in AI tools, potentially offering more powerful and accessible options for a wider audience.