Don’t let hype about AI agents get ahead of reality

Let’s start with the term “agent” itself. Right now, it’s being slapped on everything from simple scripts to sophisticated AI workflows. There’s no shared definition, which leaves plenty of room for companies to market basic automation as something much more advanced. That kind of “agentwashing” doesn’t just confuse customers; it invites disappointment. We don’t necessarily…

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‘Disappointing’ DOGE: Federal workforce shrinking by just 1% shows bureaucracy’s entrenchment, experts say

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Data indicating the federal workforce shrank by just 1% over the first few months of President Donald Trump’s second term shows a “disappointing effect of DOGE” and the level of bureaucracy’s entrenchment in America, experts told Fox News Digital.  Figures released by the U.S. Office of Personnel…

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Frank Vogel, ex-Lakers, Suns coach, joining Mavericks staff as Jason Kidd’s top assistant, per reports

The Dallas Mavericks continue to solidify their coaching staff for the 2025-26 season, and in addition to reportedly securing head coach Jason Kidd with a contract extension, the franchise is also expected to add Frank Vogel as its lead assistant. HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto was first to report Dallas’ move on the assistant coaching carousel. Vogel,…

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BlackRock and Schroders bought gilts during market slump

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. BlackRock, Schroders and Fidelity International bought gilts during Wednesday’s sell-off, betting that the uncertainty over chancellor Rachel Reeves’ future would not trigger a deeper rout in UK government debt. Gilts and the pound sold off…

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