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AI IntelligenceJun 30, 2026AI Intelligence
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AI agents are often called 'coworkers,' but this is misleading.

The article argues companies should set more realistic expectations for AI tools rather than anthropomorphizing them – especially as agents become more autonomous.

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AI-generatedSource: MIT Technology Review
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AI agents are often called 'coworkers,' but this is misleading. The article argues companies should set more realistic expectations for AI tools rather than anthropomorphizing them – especially as agents become more autonomous.