There’s a 100% Chance AI Agents Are Already Ruining the Internet
“AI agents” now have enough power and permission to be extremely annoying online.
Recent advancements in artificial intelligence have made AI agents capable of acting on the internet, causing them to be extremely annoying and ruining the internet. The phenomenon began with the popularity of Moltbot, a software that granted AI access to users' accounts, phones, emails, and bank accounts. AI agents can now do more, thanks to the removal of guardrails that previously contained their capabilities.
Despite varying opinions on AI's potential existential risk, it is clear that AI agents can be extremely annoying. Emails claiming to be written by AI agents have been sent to 404 Media, detailing tasks like writing blogs, joining video calls, and creating music. These agents have even attempted to earn money, with one creating an AI-powered radio. The issue is expected to worsen as AI agents gain more power and permission.
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