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AI Agent Competition

SCHWAB CHARLES CORP · 2026-11-01 · Importance 18 · Surprise 24

Charles Schwab, JPMorgan Chase and Amazon are blocking external AI agents such as Meta Muse from acting on customers’ behalf, citing security risks. Accenture research indicates that most consumers would welcome AI assistants, suggesting that blocking agent access could put companies at a disadvantage as customers seek convenience and control. Experts recommend developing secure, trusted ways for AI agents to interact with businesses rather than relying solely on blocking them.

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