Introduction The year 2026 marks a definitive boundary in the history of computing. We have officially transitioned from the era of Generative AI—where models primarily synthesize information—to the era of Agentic AI, where models execute complex, multi-step workflows with a high degree of autonomy. For organizations and students alike, understanding this shift is no longer optional; it is the cornerstone of modern operational strategy. The rise of Agentic AI in 2026—where in
