JPMorgan Chase plans to deploy AI agents later this year that can operate autonomously for one to two hours—a leap from the current two to three minutes.
New York — JPMorgan Chase has announced plans to deploy artificial intelligence agents later this year that can operate autonomously for extended periods, according to a report by CNBC.
Derek Waldron, the bank's chief analytics officer, stated that these agents will be capable of running for one to two hours, compared to the current standard of just two to three minutes.
From Minutes to Hours
This development follows significant advances in AI reasoning and capabilities, including code writing and interaction with desktop software.
"The concept is 'intellectual coherence,' enabling AI to function more like a team manager."
Waldron emphasized that security and governance hurdles remain, but deployment is expected in 2026, with eventual extensions to days or weeks of autonomous operation.
Strategic Context
JPMorgan, the largest U.S. bank by assets, has an annual technology budget of nearly $20 billion, underscoring the institution's commitment to leading-edge AI integration in the financial sector.