Five AI agent trends
to watch in 2026
Explore the shift from instruction-based to intent-based computing
with insights from 3,466 global executives and Google AI experts.
The Agent Leap
New data reveals the strategic bets of over 3,466 global executives, synthesized with insights from Google AI experts, exploring a fundamental shift from instruction-based computing to intent-based computing.
The era of simple prompts is over. We're witnessing the Agent Leap, where AI orchestrates complex, end-to-end workflows semi-autonomously. For enterprises struggling with speed-to-value, this is the defining opportunity of 2026.
Download the report to explore:
- From tasks to systems: It's not just about one-off prompts. It's about 'digital assembly lines' that run entire workflows.
- Practical uses: Real examples of how agents improve customer service, code quality, and threat detection.
- The human element: Why teaching your team is the only way this actually works.