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April 16, 2026
Lumen CEO: New Corporate Workforce is Comprised of AI Agents
Lumen’s CEO urges leaders to adapt as autonomous agents drive a massive shift in internet usage, requiring a total rethink of modern network infrastructure
TL;DR
- AI bots constitute more than 50% of global internet traffic.
- Businesses must shift to consumption-based network models rather than relying on fixed capacity.
- Companies need to adapt their operational strategies to accommodate the rapid proliferation and continuous operation of AI agents.
- Lumen Technologies is realigning its operations and investing in AI-driven solutions, including partnerships with Anthropic and Palantir.
- The company is also focused on enhancing network infrastructure and cybersecurity measures against AI-related threats.
- Adaptable, programmable, and consumption-based networks are crucial for supporting the 'AI economy'.
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