What Happens When Your Coworkers Are AI Agents

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, writer Evan Ratliff discusses building a small startup staffed entirely by AI employees and shares the lessons learned from that experiment. The conversation explores the practicalities, challenges, and implications of using AI as teammates in a real-world work environment. Ratliff reflects on issues such as collaboration, reliability, and the boundaries between human and machine labor, offering insights into how AI agents might function as coworkers today and what future developments could change that dynamic. The episode also raises questions about governance, accountability, and the potential for AI to complement or replace certain human roles in business settings.

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WIRED WIRED — 2025-12-05

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