Agentic AI: Buzzword Hype vs. Real Autonomy
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CNN examines the rise of “agentic” AI—systems designed to automate not just tasks but full processes with minimal human input—and probes whether these AI agents truly possess agency or merely simulate it. The piece weighs expert views on the risks of misaligned goals and unintended actions, cites anecdotes about AI-driven workplaces, and notes OpenAI’s move to de-emphasize agents despite ongoing hype.
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