OpenAI rebrands Codex as an autonomous workflow tool that can run for hours

Jul 10, 2026

OpenAI has rebranded its Codex tool into a new product capable of executing independent workflows for extended periods. The tool is designed to automate tasks and collaborate with users, with the ability to run for hours if necessary.

Why it matters: This shift expands Codex's role from code generation to broader autonomous agent capabilities, highlighting OpenAI's move toward long-running AI assistants.

Full story at: Ars Technica / AI ↗