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We Specified an AI Agent in 2016. We Called It Analytics.

The article revisits the author’s 2016 IBM patent on real‑time concert feedback, framing it as an early example of an AI agent that combines multimodal perception, memory‑grounded inference, and human interaction. It reflects on what the patent captured correctly and how a decade of experience informs current agent design practices.

Towards Data Science
Aug 27

Agentic AI Is Rewriting The Analytics Stack But There's One Skill It Still Can't Touch

The article discusses how agentic AI is reshaping the analytics stack by taking over more execution tasks. It raises the question of which responsibilities should remain with human analysts versus AI agents and explores the importance of this distinction. The piece highlights the evolving role of AI in analytics and the need to define clear boundaries between human and machine work.

By Rashi Desai
Towards Data Science
Jul 10

The Big Con of Agentic AI

What our over-dependence on external consulting teaches us about delegating our minds to machines The post The Big Con of Agentic AI appeared first on Towards Data Science .

By Chinmay Kakatkar
Towards Data Science
Aug 26

Is Agentic AI Just Automation?

The article titled "Is Agentic AI Just Automation?" argues that many so‑called agents are merely flowcharts in disguise. It explains why this misconception exists and suggests what kinds of systems should be built instead to achieve true agentic AI.

By Prashant Mudgal
Towards Data Science
Sep 28

The AI That Learned to Understand Long After It Stopped Trying

The article titled "The AI That Learned to Understand Long After It Stopped Trying" discusses a small, strange discovery in machine learning known as grokking. It highlights how this phenomenon involves an AI developing understanding after ceasing to actively try. The piece was originally published on Towards Data Science.

By Utkarsh Mangal
Towards Data Science
Sep 22

An Introduction to Jev

The article titled "An Introduction to Jev" discusses an AI system that focuses on making decisions rather than generating text. It highlights Jev’s unique approach to decision-making within the broader context of AI development. The piece was originally published on Towards Data Science.

By Thomas Reid
Towards Data Science
Sep 30

Insight Is Still the Currency of Data Science

The article titled "Insight Is Still the Currency of Data Science" discusses how coding agents free up time for discovery and argues that review practices should evolve to align with analytical work. It emphasizes the importance of focusing on insight rather than merely producing code. The piece was originally published on Towards Data Science.

By Andrew Hinton
Towards Data Science
Sep 8

Introducing ShipAI

Towards Data Science has released a video showcase titled "Introducing ShipAI," which highlights real‑world AI work. The post announces this new visual resource and its focus on practical AI applications. It is positioned as a first look into the platform’s capabilities.

By TDS Editors