The Download: what’s next for AI agents, and how Trump protects US tech companies overseas
Rhiannon Williams
created: July 23, 2025, 12:10 p.m. | updated: July 28, 2025, 12:11 p.m.
AI agents is a buzzy term that essentially refers to AI models and algorithms that can not only provide you with information, but take actions on your behalf.
And if you’re interested in learning more about AI agents, read our stories:+ Are we ready to hand AI agents the keys?
We’re starting to give AI agents real autonomy, and we’re not prepared for what could happen next.
+ Cyberattacks by AI agents are coming.
1 The Trump administration is seeking to protect US tech firms abroadIt’s using its global trade wars as a way to prevent other countries from imposing new taxes, regulations and tariffs on American tech companies.
4 months, 2 weeks ago: MIT Technology Review