The Download: the dangers of AI agents, and ChatGPT's effects on our wellbeing

AI agents have set the tech industry abuzz. Unlike chatbots, these groundbreaking new systems can navigate multiple applications to execute complex tasks, like scheduling meetings or shopping online, in response to simple user commands. As agents become more capable, a crucial question emerges: How much control are we willing to surrender, and at what cost? Who doesn't want assistance with cumbersome work or tasks there's no time for? But this vision for AI agents brings significant risks that might be overlooked in the rush toward greater autonomy.