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# Agents Have a Perception Problem

A simple bumped camera can render an AI agent functionally blind. Discover the critical architectural trade-offs of using edge AI to bridge this physical-digital gap.

- **Speakers:** [Ivan Sekyonda](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@ivan-sekyonda)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Duration:** 28:56
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100425-agents-have-a-perception-problem

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