GPT-6 Pro adds parallel agents in ChatGPT
The October 16 GPT-6 Pro update in ChatGPT's Chat tab adds agents that can work on different parts of a task in parallel. You can follow their progress and open completed tasks. The update is rolling out to eligible Pro users.
Source checked October 19, 2026
EDITORIAL TAKEAWAY
Start with a small task that has two clear parts. Review each completed task and its supporting evidence before combining the results.
Before you try it
- Announced October 16 for GPT-6 Pro in the Chat tab, with rollout to eligible ChatGPT Pro users.
- Availability in managed workspaces depends on workspace settings and rollout eligibility.
- The same update also describes faster responses and improved plugin and tool use, without a quantified speed guarantee.
A small next step
Our suggested way to explore the change.
- If GPT-6 Pro is available in your Chat tab, choose a small task with clearly described outputs.
- Follow the work in the conversation and open completed agent tasks.
- Review the evidence and check the combined result before relying on it.
Go to the source
OpenAI · October 16 GPT-6 Pro release notes ↗Availability can change. Check the maker's current requirements before making a decision.