Hermes Agent v0.21.0 adds real-time oversight and control for AI agents

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Nous Research released version 0.21.0 of its Hermes Agent software on August 31, 2026. The update introduces new features to give developers visibility and control over autonomous AI agents during task execution. Key additions include a live browser session for on-screen monitoring and tools to query, correct, or stop active sub-tasks mid-process. These changes aim to address the 'black-box' problem where developers lose insight once a multi-step task begins. The release emphasizes maintaining human oversight as a critical safety measure for autonomous systems.

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