Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is kicking off the company's conference in Chicago with remarks that may outline the future direction of its artificial intelligence strategy.During its annual Ignite conference, the tech giant is laying the groundwork for its ambitious vision of AI-powered 'agents.'These autonomous systems, which can handle everything from customer returns to supply chain management, are widely believed to be able to dramatically change business operations.
Is AI Technology Overhyped?Microsoft's pivot to 'agentic AI' comes as businesses and investors question whether the technology's promises are being overhyped.'The goal is not just to have a chatbot, but to build agents that can operate with minimal human input,' Microsoft said in a statement—but it remains to be seen if businesses are ready for such a leap.