AI Agents: The Future Workforce or Just Hype?

Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP -

Is your next colleague an AI agent? Big Tech thinks so.

AI agents are the new darlings of the tech world, promising to revolutionize how we interact with technology. Unlike previous AI iterations, these agents can autonomously make decisions, execute tasks, and process multiple types of input like text, audio, and video.

From booking vacations to managing work schedules, AI agents are being designed to handle a variety of tasks seamlessly. Companies like Google and OpenAI are heavily investing in this technology, aiming to create AI that can handle complex, real-world tasks efficiently.

Despite their potential, current AI agents are still in the early stages of development. They often make errors and require human supervision, indicating that the road to fully autonomous AI agents is long and winding. But the question remains: Will these AI agents enhance our lives or become another overhyped tech dream?

Read the full article on MIT Technology Review.

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