This weekly update shows how AI agents are changing business automation in big ways. Companies around the world are using smart computer helpers to do work that people used to do by hand.

A new study called "AI at Work 2025" found that 91% of companies are already using AI agents. These are special computer programs that can think and act on their own. They help with many different jobs in offices.

The most popular way companies use these AI helpers is for task automation, which means letting computers do boring, repeat work. About 81% of companies use AI agents this way. Many businesses also use them to help customers (65% of companies), fix computer problems (55%), and write computer code (51%).

Big tech companies are making their AI helpers even smarter. OpenAI released GPT-5, which is much more powerful than older versions. Microsoft is working on a "virtual scientist" that can think and learn on its own to help with scientific work. Apple is planning to make a smart desk robot by 2027 that can video chat and help with daily tasks.

Meta made a huge $29 billion deal for AI data centers, showing how much money companies are spending on AI. Nvidia announced new AI tools to help robots work better. These investments show that AI agents will become even more important for businesses.

Some AI helpers are getting really good at talking to customers. AI chatbots can now solve 80% of customer questions without any human help. This saves companies money and helps customers get answers faster.

But there are some worries too. If companies rely too much on AI without checking their work, mistakes could cause big problems. Also, some workers might lose their jobs as AI takes over more tasks.

The survey found that companies are using AI agents for almost five different jobs on average. This shows that these smart helpers are spreading to many parts of business, not just one area.