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What defines an agentic AI system? Conceptual critique clarifies scope and risk
Paper examines the definition of 'agent' in AI: what separates a coding co-pilot from a true agentic system? Explores the conceptual and ethical boundaries as LLM systems marketed as autonomous agents proliferate. Clarifies that agency implies autonomous decision-making loops without human approval.
WHY IT MATTERS
BFSI regulators (FCA, OCC) are scrutinizing 'autonomous' agents in trading, underwriting, and lending; clarity on what constitutes true agency vs. supervised automation helps banks design compliant disclosure and governance frameworks.
Source: arXiv · 2026-06-24