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AI agents are programs that can carry out multi-step tasks on a user’s behalf -- such as searching for products, comparing prices and completing a purchase -- rather than only answering questions as chatbots do.

From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026

Several men, mostly middle-aged or older, hesitated before answering.

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

Be wary of calling the number back or answering calls from unknown numbers.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026

The most notable blooper: “my president” instead of “my husband,” when answering a query about work-life balance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026

Mr. Larkin and Dad are answering questions about the chicken coops—business is booming.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz


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