Government Services Get AI Upgrade The U.S. government is leading the way in using Agentic AI to improve public services. Agencies now use AI chatbots that work day and night to answer common questions about taxes, healthcare, and licenses. The U.S. Patent Office created a special AI tool to search through millions of documents quickly, helping inventors with visual impairments access patent information. A new app named SuperCity lets residents report potholes or broken streetlights by just taking a photo and chatting with the AI.

Workplace Inclusion Tools Expand Microsoft revealed new AI features in its 365 Copilot system designed for frontline workers. Hospital staff can now ask questions like "How do I sanitize this tool?" and get instant video instructions. Retail workers use AI agents to translate customer requests into sign language in real time. Companies like Maximus are building custom AI assistants that remind employees to take medication breaks or adjust workstation lighting.

Language Barriers Broken Down New voice-based AI agents can explain government forms in over 100 languages. In immigration centers, refugees now use AI kiosks that understand regional dialects and hand gestures. Schools in Brazil are testing AI tutors that convert textbooks into braille and audio lessons within seconds.

Emergency Response Improvements The military is using Agentic AI to manage disaster relief efforts. AI systems predict where medical supplies are needed during hurricanes and automatically reroute delivery trucks. In flood-prone areas of India, AI agents send evacuation alerts in local languages through popular messaging apps.

Accessibility Checks Go Automated Tech companies launched AI tools that scan websites for accessibility issues like poor color contrast or missing image descriptions. Developers receive instant fixes to make their apps usable for people with visual impairments. A new feature in Microsoft Teams automatically adds captions and highlights who’s speaking in video calls.

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