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A no-nonsense explainer to Agentic AI

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Alex Kretzschmar
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Summary

Agentic AI refers to a system where Large Language Models (LLMs) are integrated with tools and context, enabling them to perform tasks beyond text generation by interacting with real-world data and systems. This integration allows AI agents to execute iterative processes, making them capable of inspecting, updating, and completing tasks autonomously, although they do not possess independent thinking. Essential components of agentic systems include models, tools, sandboxes for security, runtimes or harnesses for task management, and gateways for model access. Notable implementations like OpenClaw, Pi.dev, and Hermes demonstrate varying capabilities and approaches to agent harnessing, ranging from connecting chat platforms to providing customizable working environments and persistent memory. These advancements promise more natural human-machine interactions, as exemplified by the integration of AI agents with home automation systems like Home Assistant, allowing users to issue natural language commands for managing home environments. The rapid evolution of these technologies indicates a promising future for more flexible and efficient AI applications.

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Trend Post Mentions Total Month Mentions Posts Companies MoM
LLM 10 6,292 1,205 252 -36%
OpenClaw 10 440 70 32 +15%
MCP 5 7,755 862 214 0%
AI Agents 4 6,200 1,430 272 +10%
AI Coding Assistant 2 2,234 577 171 +12%
Subagents 2 350 107 61 +39%
Local AI 1 69 40 20 +23%
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