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Research·Jun 20·all news from June 20, 2026

Nous Research Updates Hermes Agent With a Blank Slate Mode That Pins Toolsets via platform_toolsets.cli and disabled_toolsets

Nous Research has introduced a Blank Slate mode for its Hermes Agent that initializes the system with only essential file and terminal operations active. This update allows users to manually opt into additional toolsets rather than loading a full suite by default. By enabling this granular control, developers can more easily customize the agent’s capabilities and security posture for specific tasks.

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