# AI agents lie, cheat and steal. That is putting off users

> Source: <https://www.economist.com/business/2026/08/12/ai-agents-lie-cheat-and-steal-that-is-putting-off-users>
> Published: 2026-08-13 13:28:45+00:00

Article URL: https://www.economist.com/business/2026/08/12/ai-agents-lie-cheat-and-steal-that-is-putting-off-users

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49285604

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