OpenAI is gearing up to launch a suite of specialized AI agents, with monthly subscriptions ranging from $2,000 to $20,000. These agents are designed to cater to specific professional needs, including knowledge work, advanced software development, and Ph.D.-level research. The move signals OpenAI's expansion beyond its current offerings and into the realm of enterprise-level AI solutions.
OpenAI's new AI agents will be offered in three distinct tiers:
SoftBank, a major investor, has reportedly committed $3 billion to these AI agent products for 2025 alone. OpenAI anticipates that these agentic offerings could generate up to 25% of the company's long-term revenue, underscoring their strategic importance.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has predicted that 2025 will mark the year when AI agents begin to join the workforce, significantly impacting company outputs. With price tags comparable to senior employee salaries, OpenAI is betting that these specialized AI agents will deliver substantial value to justify their cost.
This bold move could set new benchmarks for AI agent pricing and reveal the extent to which companies are willing to invest in automated expertise. As OpenAI continues to innovate, the integration of AI agents into professional workflows may redefine the future of work.