The DropJune 17, 2026via Reuters Technology
OpenAI launches scheduled tasks in ChatGPT, details here - 9to5Mac
Why it matters
OpenAI is shipping product-layer automation features (scheduled tasks, pinned chats, projects) that let users build persistent, recurring workflows without custom integrations. This moves ChatGPT from a conversational tool toward workflow infrastructure—directly competing with Zapier, Make, and internal automation stacks.
Key signals
- ChatGPT launches scheduled tasks feature for recurring work automation
- New 'Projects' feature for organizing and persisting workflows
- Pinned chats capability for workspace organization
- Enhanced memory system ('Dreaming') for contextual persistence
- Feature targets automation of reminders and monitoring tasks
- Multi-platform rollout: web, iOS, Android
The hook
ChatGPT just got task automation. Your recurring workflows just got cheaper to run.
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