🚀 Release 2.26.0 – Resource handling, AI context & smoother agent workflows

We’re excited to share the latest improvements included in Next Lab 2.26.0.

This release focuses on improving the handling of uploaded resources, streamlining agent workflows, and enhancing the experience during AI-guided steps.

📎 Better resource upload experience

When uploading a file in an Opportunity or Small Bet, the interface now displays a loader, making it clear that the upload is in progress and preventing confusion during processing.

💰 Opportunity budget flexibility

Users can now update an Opportunity even when the portfolio budget is lower, avoiding unnecessary errors when changes are unrelated to budgeting.

⚡ Faster agent setup

Clicking “Advance with AI” now automatically starts the agent session, providing a smoother and faster experience.

📄 Resource disclaimer

A new disclaimer informs users that uploaded resources are processed by AI models and used as context for suggestions and reasoning.

🧹 Cleaner agent responses

Agent outputs previously returned in HTML are now parsed for a cleaner, more readable display.

📊 Vision & Purpose progress indicator

The Vision & Purpose agent now includes a progress bar to make it clear how far along you are in the guided Q&A workflow.

🔍 AI context expanded with Small Bet resources

Resources added to Small Bets are now interpreted and included as part of the AI context, enabling more grounded suggestions and better use of agent capabilities.

🙌 Thanks

Thanks for the feedback that guided these improvements — keep sharing ideas and issues through the boards!