In Episode 19 of The AI Agent Daily Brief, we explore Microsoft's integration of AI agents in webpages, operations, and product development. We delve into the Microsoft vs. Salesforce rivalry, focusing on the shift from apps to AI agents. Topics include the rise in API consumption and the Arazzo Specification. We compare Grok and Gemini AI chatbots and discuss ethical considerations. The Consensus EasyA Hackathon and its winning projects are highlighted. Finally, we analyze Salesforce's workforce strategy and its impact on AI performance. The episode concludes with closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and overview of today's episode

(0:24) Microsoft's AI agent integration in webpages, internal operations, and product development

(1:44) Microsoft vs. Salesforce rivalry and the shift from apps to AI agents

(3:20) Rise in API consumption and the introduction of Arazzo Specification

(7:00) Grok vs. Gemini AI chatbot capabilities and ethical considerations

(10:52) Consensus EasyA Hackathon highlights and winning projects

(14:34) Salesforce's workforce strategy and AI agent performance

(17:01) Conclusion and sign-off