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AI Platforms Racing To Run Your Business, Not Just Build Your Site

AI platforms are shifting from website-building tools toward AI agents designed to run business operations, according to a Forbes Innovation column by contributor Ron Schmelzer. The column frames the move as a race among AI platforms to become businesses' next operational partner, though it names no specific companies, products, or figures.

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AI Platforms Racing To Run Your Business, Not Just Build Your Site
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By Ron Schmelzer, ContributorSource:

Forbes Innovation Building a website is easy. Running a business is another story. AI agents are entering the picture, and the race to become your next business partner is on.

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