Uncanny Valley | WIRED Unpacking AI Agents
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Jun 12, 2025 Will Knight, a Senior Writer at Wired specializing in artificial intelligence, explores the evolution of AI agents and their implications. He discusses how recent advances by companies like OpenAI and Google differ from traditional chatbots, emphasizing their potential to autonomously perform everyday tasks. The conversation also touches on investment opportunities for AI startups, ethical considerations regarding job displacement, and the need for responsible integration of AI into daily life, urging a reflection on user accountability in this rapidly changing landscape.
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Lauren's AI Reservation Try
- Lauren Goode unknowingly used an AI agent via Google Assistant to make a reservation for her.
- The agent operated behind the scenes trying to secure the reservation without her direct involvement.
Will's Vibe Coding Experience
- Will Knight used AI coding tools like Claude Code to create and edit code autonomously.
- He even involved his child to teach coding by building games using AI assistance.
Michael's Chatbot Success
- Michael Calore used a Southwest app chatbot to change a plane reservation smoothly.
- The chatbot handled the entire process with minimal human frustration or delay.
