Turn And Face The Strange: Fly.io is betting on computers for AI agents
whitlock
19 points
2 comments
July 24, 2026
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Discussion Highlights (2 comments)
whitlock
Sprites are becoming the primary product focus, Scott Johnston takes over as CEO, and Kurt explains the thinking behind the shift.
vira28
TL;DR Initial bet didn’t work out and it also became irrelevant. Company is focusing on computer for agents. Founder CEO replaced with a new CEO.