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Evolving Agencies

Evolving Agencies

Agencies look to AI agents for edge, but must fend off brands looking to in-house with the same tech

AI agents are at the core of Dentsu and Dept’s market offerings, but a Hyundai agentic media pilot highlights threat of in-housing.

June 24, 2026

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