self-determining

adjective

Definition of self-determiningnext
as in autonomous

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  1. autonomous
  2. independent
Adjective
  • Recent incidents expose critical security risks with autonomous AI agents, which act unsupervised using credentials and tools.
    — Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The system also avoided hazardous conditions while controlling the spacecraft’s orientation, showing how autonomous software could reduce dependence on ground commands during military and scientific missions.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of autonomous
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  • OpenAI backs a national AI safety standard, with independent audits and incident reporting for frontier models.
    — Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Some depend on Iran more than others, Ahmadi said, adding that currently Yemen’s Houthi rebels are likely the most independent.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
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“Self-determining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-determining. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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