AI Update, March 7, 2025: AI News and Views From the Past Week

Catch up on select AI news and developments from the past week or so (in no particular order):

Chinese AI agent Manus gains attention but faces doubts. Manus, a general AI agent developed by a Chinese-backed team, has drawn interest for handling complex tasks like stock analysis and itinerary planning. It claims superiority over OpenAI's Deep Research, but skepticism persists due to lack of transparency and server constraints.

Salesforce launches Agentforce 2dx for autonomous AI agents. Salesforce introduced Agentforce 2dx, allowing AI agents to operate autonomously within enterprise systems. Unlike previous versions, these agents work proactively, making business decisions without user prompts. Importance for marketers: AI-powered automation could transform CRM and customer engagement strategies, enhancing marketing efficiency.