Definition
AI agent
Software that can take actions toward a goal with some autonomy.
From the episode “97% of Lawsuits Never See a Courtroom”How founders on the podcast use it
A software system that performs tasks with limited or no human supervision. Santosh notes there is no universally accepted legal definition.
"The Agent Did It" Won't Hold Up in CourtAn autonomous software entity that perceives, decides, and acts on its own.
Soccer League With ZERO Human PlayersAutonomous or semi-autonomous systems that perform tasks and make decisions using AI.
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