OpenAI CEO Announces New AI Agent and Avoids Mention of Security Concerns at Developer Conference

SecurityWeek - Sep 29, 2026

Altman made a slew of product announcements and updates, including the company’s new agents, called Dots. The post OpenAI CEO Announces New AI Agent and Avoids Mention of Security Concerns at Developer Conference appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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