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AWS Lambda MicroVMs now support 8-hour runtimes for AI agents

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has introduced Lambda MicroVMs, a new feature for its serverless compute service that allows for extended runtime durations of up to eight hours. This enhancement is designed to support more complex workloads, including the execution of AI agents and other long-running tasks that were previously constrained by shorter time limits. The update aims to provide greater flexibility and capability for developers utilizing AWS Lambda for a wider range of applications. AI

IMPACT Extends serverless capabilities for AI agents and other long-running tasks.

RANK_REASON This is a product update for an existing cloud service, not a frontier release from a core AI lab.

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AWS Lambda MicroVMs now support 8-hour runtimes for AI agents

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    AWS debuts Lambda MicroVMs with up to 8 hours runtime

    Suitable for running untrusted code, AI agents, or any long-running task

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