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UK watchdog notes concerns, predictions about agentic AI

( January 8, 2026, 00:01 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Companies, particularly those involved in online commerce, are getting insight into the possibilities and data protection risks of deploying agentic AI via a new thematic report from the data watchdog published Thursday. The regulator warns that technological advancements must not come at the cost of data privacy. The Information Commissioner’s Office identifies risks specific to agentic AI and says it will actively monitor advancements in the technology in 2026 and work with AI developers and deployers to ensure they are clear on what the law requires. Statement follows. The introduction to the Tech Futures report is attached:...

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