These top 30 AI agents deliver a mix of functions and autonomy

ZDNET AI

• February 21, 2026 at 02:00 AM

A handful hog the headlines, but many function-specific agents are available to developers and users. MIT's latest study explores the broader agentic ecosystem.

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