Why "Maximum Autonomy" Kills AI Agent Adoption
Saul_Loveman · x · 2026-08-30
Ryan Levy argues that aiming for "maximum autonomy" is the fastest way to kill AI agent adoption. Buyers don't want an agent that can do everything; they want one that performs useful work without creating surprises they have to explain later. Autonomy is a feature, but control is the product. Commentator Saul Loveman adds that increased capability leads to higher risk for buyers, who face reputational damage for critical failures rather than rewards for purchasing the tool.
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