AI agents are autonomous systems designed to perceive their environment, make decisions, and execute tasks without constant human oversight.
Breakout is a startup specializing in AI agents for enterprise sales, utilizing AI-powered sales representatives to handle conversations, objections, and lead prospects.
VCs like Village Global, Recall Capital, and Z21 Ventures have shown interest in AI agent startups, investing $3.25 million in Breakout's first seed round.
The rise of AI agents represents a shift in automation, with humans focusing on creative problem-solving and strategic decision-making while AI agents handle routine tasks.