AI agents automate tasks across tools without human input

Beyond digital tools, Physical AI—models like OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra—is extending generative AI into robotics and hardware control. These systems enable robots to perceive environments, perform physical tasks, and operate machinery in real-world settings. The implications span industries like manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare, where AI-driven automation could address labor shortages and hazardous work. The article frames this as a paradigm shift from screen-based AI assistants to systems that directly interact with the physical world, though it does not specify adoption rates or limitations.