The 20th episode of FBI Season 7, titled Startup, delves into the increasingly relevant theme of artificial intelligence and its potential dangers. When a tech CEO is murdered in a high-security apartment, the team uncovers links to a start-up’s AI system that may have been manipulated or gone rogue. This episode underscores the growing public anxiety about AI’s ability to act without human oversight, tying modern fears into classic crime drama suspense.
What makes Startup stand out is not just the premise but how it challenges characters emotionally. Special Agent Maggie Bell, faced with professional and personal crossroads, chooses to put her relationship on hold. The character-driven subplot adds depth and stakes to the procedural formula, making this a standout episode of the season.
