When agentic AI systems fall into the wrong hands

Agentic AI is an artificial intelligence system that can act independently to achieve goals without constant human oversight.

These systems are able to make decisions, perform actions and adapt to changing conditions on their own when programmed correctly.

They operate by interpreting goals, breaking them into sub-goals and then working out the best way to achieve them. Their agency comes from this ability to act autonomously without continuous instruction.

As they execute tasks, agentic systems also learn and refine their responses, becoming more effective over time.

Facing the potential risks

Agentic AI systems are already in daily use, often handling large volumes of sensitive information. In ...