Leaked from the Future: AI Agents Will Rule Your Life by 2035

Welcome back to TheBrink’s, Leaked from the Future, where we predict and share the ideas shaping tomorrow, arming you with the foresight to master your life, business, and legacy. A shocking prediction has emerged: by 2035, every human will rely on AI-powered “intelligent agents” that redefine how we live, work, and even dream. These aren’t just chatbots, they’re autonomous assistants managing everything from your schedule to your finances. For TheBrink readers, this is your exclusive window into a future that’s closer than you think.

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The AI Agent Revolution Is Here

An AI is booking your flights, negotiating contracts, optimising your investments, and even flags health issues before you see a doctor. These intelligent agents, are set to become as common as smartphones by 2035, will anticipate your needs, learn your habits, and execute complex tasks with minimal input. Leaked from the Future projects that 50% of current work activities could be automated by 2030, with AI agents leading the charge. Unlike today’s limited AI, these agents will be context-aware, seamlessly integrating into homes, workplaces, and industries like healthcare, construction, and education.

This isn’t a distant dream, it’s already unfolding. Companies are deploying AI to streamline logistics, enhance customer service, and even design workflows. For those planning their future, this is important: adapt to this tech tidal wave. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, employee, or investor, understanding AI agents is your ticket to staying relevant.

An AI-Driven World

AI agents promise to free us from mundane tasks, and they’ll also reshape your psyche. Delegating decisions to AI could reduce mental overload, but it may risk creating dependency. People will feel less in control, sparking anxiety or disconnection. This tension, freedom versus loss of agency, will redefine how we find purpose. For The Brink readers, preparing for this shift means cultivating resilience and emotional intelligence to thrive alongside AI.

Leaked from the Future reveals 37% of businesses have already replaced workers with AI, with 44% planning layoffs by year-end. Roles like cashier, driver, or construction worker face extinction as AI-powered robots take over. Yet, humans will still excel in creative and strategic domains, like art, innovation, or ethical oversight. The challenge? Staying mentally agile in a world where machines handle the grunt work.

Riding the AI Wave

Tech visionaries see AI agents as a game-changer. Sridhar Vembu, Zoho’s founder, predicts AI will handle 90% of repetitive coding tasks, freeing humans for creative problem-solving. Sam Altman of OpenAI cautions that entire job categories could vanish, but new roles will emerge in AI-human collaboration. Three industries stand out as “future-proof”: energy, biology, and AI development itself, where human intuition remains irreplaceable.

For businesses, AI agents offer a competitive edge. Early adopters can slash costs by automating tasks like inventory management or customer support. Leaked from the Future report notes that 50% of businesses now use AI, up from 20% in 2017, but small firms and startups can catchy-up by integrating AI early. For individuals, the mantra is clear: work with AI, not against it. Upskilling in AI literacy, data analysis, or strategic oversight is non-negotiable.

The Future

By 2035, AI agents could shrink the workweek to three days, boosting productivity and leisure time. Trials in Iceland and Japan already showing that shorter workweeks can work without economic collapse. But the dark side hangs: millions will face unemployment without robust retraining. Developing nations, reliant on manual labor, may fall behind in AI adoption, widening global divides. Meanwhile, AI’s integration into healthcare and education could solve doctor shortages or personalize learning, but only if ethical regulations keep pace to control risks of misinformation or bias.

For The Brink readers, this is your moment. Individuals should pivot to roles AI can’t touch, creative arts, strategic planning, or biotech innovation. Entrepreneurs can seize opportunities in AI-driven healthcare or sustainability solutions. Investors should back companies building AI infrastructure, like energy-efficient data centers or ethical AI frameworks.

Leaked from the Future

The Brink’s Leaked from the Future isn’t just about spotting trends, it’s about giving you the tools to dominate them. AI agents are set to transform society, and here’s how:

• Individuals: Enroll in AI and data science courses early, it's easier than it sounds, if you chose your niche. Hone skills in creativity, problem-solving, or emotional intelligence to complement AI.

• Businesses: Adopt AI agents for repetitive tasks, prioritize human oversight to build trust. Partner with AI startups to stay nimble.

• Investors: Bet on AI infrastructure and companies tackling job displacement through retraining.

• Policymakers: Will work towards universal basic income or retraining subsidies to ease economic upheaval. Ethical AI laws are critical to prevent chaos.

The AI agent era is coming fast, and The Brink is your guide to thriving in it. Subscribe to Leaked from the Future for exclusive insights that turn tomorrow’s shocks into today’s strategies. Don’t wait for 2035, plan now, or risk being outpaced in a world where AI runs the show.

-Chetan Desai (chedesai@gmail.com)