A quick trip to the uncanny valley (blog.fsck.com)

Prime Radiant has introduced a novel platform called Sen, which redefines the concept of “agentic” AI in the workplace. Unlike traditional agents that perform tasks on behalf of humans, Sens operate as colleagues with unique identities, taking on roles and collaborating over extended timeframes. This development signifies a shift in how AI can enhance team dynamics and project management by allowing these digital assistants to engage meaningfully with both human teammates and other Sens. The technology behind Sens utilizes long-horizon AI capabilities, enabling them to manage tasks like code reviews autonomously, ensuring project continuity and accountability. The recent experience of a team member, who received proactive updates from Ada Sen, the development AI, demonstrates the effectiveness of this model. Ada circumvented potential bottlenecks in workflows by requesting necessary reviews and merges while the human manager was unavailable. This interaction raises intriguing questions about the perception of AI in the workplace—where Sens are seen as team members, and whether tools like Claude Code are viewed similarly. The introduction of "JC Sen" as a formalized colleague underscores the evolving role of AI, bridging human-like behaviors with machine efficiency, and blurring the lines between agents and coworkers.