Workflow automation stories

Aug 17, 2026

AI automation startup Relay shuts down as founder and staff join Google Chrome team

Relay, an AI-powered workflow automation tool launched in 2021 that positioned itself as an alternative to Zapier, is shutting down its service. The company's founder and several staff members are joining Google's Chrome team.

Aug 17, 20262 sources

Apr 23, 2026

OpenAI Launches Workspace Agents for Business Automation

OpenAI introduced workspace agents in ChatGPT for Business, Enterprise, Edu, and Teachers plans, enabling cloud-based autonomous agents that can perform business tasks and run continuously without user supervision. The feature represents an evolution from custom GPTs to full workflow automation.

Apr 23, 20263 sources