Might AI hurt corporate profits? (from my email)

AI agents may redistribute profits from enterprise software and search advertising to consumers by acting as automated, vigilant sourcing agents. Customers currently pay for convenience and oversight, with companies like Google and Bank of America earning from user inattention. AI agents could enable users to research insurance, real estate, or rides independently, reducing reliance on corporate intermediaries. Low-cost providers and efficient business models may gain market share as users switch more frequently.