OpenAI launches Scheduled Tasks for ChatGPT, retires Pulse

OpenAI has launched a significant upgrade to its ChatGPT service, introducing a centralized hub for managing automated tasks and phasing out an older feature. The new Scheduled Tasks feature, now rolling out to paid subscribers, allows the AI assistant to proactively handle reminders, recurring work, and information monitoring.

The update provides a dedicated "Scheduled" page within the ChatGPT sidebar, serving as a dashboard where users can view all active tasks, see their next run times, and make modifications. From this page, users can pause, resume, edit, or delete tasks without needing to recreate them. OpenAI has also expanded scheduling flexibility, allowing users to set tasks for broader time windows like "morning," "afternoon," or "evening" instead of requiring exact times.

A key component is an enhanced monitoring capability. Users can instruct ChatGPT to track specific topics or developments on the web or within connected apps. The system will then send a notification only when it detects a significant update, reducing the need for users to manually check multiple sources throughout the day. This is designed for those tracking news, industry trends, or research topics.