Technology · Artificial intelligence · published 2026-08-27 · via Wired

OpenAI Tests Always-On Mode for Its Codex Agent

OpenAI is experimenting with a new 'Persistent mode' for its Codex AI agent, which would allow it to work continuously on tasks until explicitly halted. The feature is visible in the codebase but not yet publicly launched. The company says it is testing the capability with no immediate plans for release.

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