This weekly update shows how AI agents are becoming powerful helpers in the business world. These smart programs can work on their own to complete tasks, answer questions, and help companies run better.

OpenAI made a big announcement this week by launching an app store right inside ChatGPT. Think of it like having many different tools in one place. Users can now talk to ChatGPT to play music on Spotify, design graphics on Canva, or book trips on Expedia. The best part is that you just talk normally, and ChatGPT figures out what you want to do. With 800 million people using ChatGPT every week, this turns the AI into a super helpful assistant that connects to lots of different services.

Google introduced something amazing called Gemini 2.5 Computer Use. This AI can actually browse the internet and do things like a human would. It can click buttons, type information, and fill out forms all by itself. For businesses, this means the AI can handle repetitive tasks like entering data or making appointments without anyone watching. Google says it works better than other similar AI programs at completing these multi-step tasks.

Big companies are racing to use AI agents in their daily work. IBM and Anthropic announced they are working together to put Claude AI into business software that helps people write computer programs. Companies testing this system found their workers became 45% more productive. This partnership is especially important for industries like healthcare and banking that need to follow strict rules about data safety.

Deloitte, one of the world's largest consulting companies, decided to give Claude AI to almost 500,000 employees across the globe. They plan to create special AI tools for different departments and industries. However, Deloitte also had to refund money to the Australian government after an AI-generated report contained fake information. This shows that while AI agents are helpful, companies still need to check their work carefully.

Online marketplaces are using AI agents to help their sellers succeed. eBay gave ChatGPT Enterprise access to 10,000 of its top sellers. These sellers can now use AI to write better product listings, respond to buyer questions faster, and understand how well their items are selling. Early users say they are saving lots of time and their listings look more professional. Amazon launched a similar AI agent for its marketplace sellers. This AI helper can manage product catalogs, optimize pricing, and solve customer service problems automatically.

Sales teams are getting AI helpers too. A company called Outreach created AI agents that can handle prospecting, send follow-up emails, and manage entire email sequences without human help. The company says this marks a shift toward "autopilot selling" where AI does much of the routine work, letting salespeople focus on building relationships with customers.

Marketing experts are sharing advice about how businesses should prepare for AI. Digital marketing specialist Tony Hayes published 18 strategies for companies in 2025. He says businesses should invest at least $50,000 in basic digital systems to stay competitive. Hayes also warns that companies need strong security, telling a story about one business that lost six figures because they didn't protect their AI systems properly. He recommends focusing on Generative Engine Optimization, which means making sure your content works well with AI platforms, not just traditional search engines.

The Browser Company launched Dia, a new web browser with AI built right in. Dia can remember what you work on, help with writing and research, and even assist students with studying. It costs $20 per month for the premium version. This shows how AI agents are moving into everyday tools we use, not just business software.

All these developments point to one clear trend: AI agents are becoming essential business tools. They save time, reduce costs, and help companies compete better. However, businesses need to invest in proper training, security, and oversight to use these tools safely and effectively.