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1. OpenAI said to launch AI agent to automate user tasks in Jan.

DALL-E generated an image depicting OpenAI’s AI agent for automation.

Codenamed “Operator,” the tool could use a computer and act on user's behalf.
Jan: research preview and API launches, OpenAI leaders reportedly said in a staff meeting.
Multiple AI agent projects are said to be in development by OpenAI.
A general-purpose browser-based tool is reportedly closest to completion.
Diminishing returns from large AI models drive search for alternatives.

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CPI: +0.2% MoM / +2.6% YoY in Oct., in line with estimates, from 0.2% / 2.4% in Sep.
Core CPI: +0.3% / +3.3%, also in line, from 0.3% / 3.3%.

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Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan’s phone and electronics have been seized by the FBI:

X: Shayne Coplan.