Jakob Nielsen discusses how AI could serve as much-needed "glue" to integrate the fragmented digital user experiences across disparate apps and websites. He highlights the increasing silos and isolation in today's web, showing how the vision of seamless integration that was envisioned in the 1980s has diminished. Nielsen argues that AI's natural language capabilities could transfer and transform information between incompatible applications, enhancing usability and creating a more cohesive experience.

However, he emphasizes the need for a balanced approach, strengthening conventional integration techniques alongside AI integration to achieve the best user experience in the future.

Key points:

• AI's natural language capabilities could transfer and transform information between siloed apps, as all apps must interface with humans.

• AI agents could handle tasks like scheduling while maintaining personal/brand expression and styles.

• GUI components and user agency must be retained alongside AI agent interactions.

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While AI presents significant opportunities for enhancing user experiences, a holistic approach that combines traditional integration techniques is imperative for sustained success.

The evolving digital landscape underscores the importance of consolidating UX elements through AI to navigate the current challenges users face.