OpenAI announces it is acquiring Ona, a cloud startup formerly known as Gitpod, to support its AI coding assistant, Codex. OpenAI says Ona’s secure cloud platform and orchestration technology will help Codex run “agentic” coding work in environments that better match enterprise needs. The companies state the acquisition will enable Codex to handle longer-running tasks by providing agents with the execution infrastructure and context needed to continue work over time. Several outlets report that Codex will be able to use Ona’s capabilities to take on more complex projects and delegate work that requires sustained execution. OpenAI also frames the move as part of its broader enterprise strategy for deploying autonomous or semi-autonomous coding agents. The terms of the deal are not disclosed in the reports provided, and at least one outlet notes the acquisition is subject to approval. Overall, the coverage aligns on the same core rationale: integrating Ona’s secure cloud execution layer into Codex to improve how the coding assistant performs extended workflows for customers.