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OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Wallet, a new feature that enables its artificial intelligence agents, known as dots, to help users shop and execute online checkouts on their behalf. The rollout is initially restricted to a limited group of adult ChatGPT Pro subscribers based in the United States who hold an American Express, Mastercard, or Visa card issued in the country. [1][2]
Subscribers store their card information in the wallet once during initial setup. When an agent prepares an order, the user reviews the items, the total price, and the chosen card before authorizing the transaction through biometric security checks like a fingerprint scan or Face ID. [1][2]
The push comes as AI developers test agentic commerce tools against growing merchant resistance. OpenAI published a Commerce Partner Playbook to ease adoption, but the feature cannot purchase from websites that restrict automated agents, notably Amazon, which directs shoppers to its competing Alexa assistant instead. Looking forward, OpenAI intends to widen retailer compatibility and add settings that let users pre-authorize spending based on category limits, timeframes, or set dollar caps. [1][2]
OpenAI is launching ChatGPT Wallet, which it says is “setting a new bar for secure payments by agents.” ChatGPT Wallet works with OpenAI’s “dots” agent feature and includes a partnership with American Express, MasterCard, and Visa. Here’s how it works.
via 9to5Mac
Introducing ChatGPT Wallet, a secure way for agents in ChatGPT Work, Codex, and dots to complete purchases with user approval and existing card protections.
via OpenAIChatGPT Wallet lets AI agents shop and check out on users' behalf, starting with a limited rollout to U.S. Pro subscribers.
via TechCrunch