{"id":2338,"date":"2026-03-25T12:18:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T12:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/artificial-intelligence\/?page_id=2338"},"modified":"2026-04-15T12:36:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T11:36:53","slug":"gsma-agentic-ai-summit-at-mwc-barcelona-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/artificial-intelligence\/gsma-agentic-ai-summit-at-mwc-barcelona-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"GSMA Agentic AI Summit at MWC Barcelona 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-main-page-hero hero_block gsma-load-hidden  half-width\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover hero_container gsma-load-hidden\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#5c4847\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"616\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2436\" alt=\"A person sits on stage speaking and gesturing with hands during a panel discussion about AI agents, with water bottles nearby.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/artificial-intelligence\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/agentic_ai_summit_banner_616x560.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/artificial-intelligence\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/agentic_ai_summit_banner_616x560.png 616w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/artificial-intelligence\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/agentic_ai_summit_banner_616x560-300x219.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading hero_title\" id=\"h-agentic-ai-summit-overview\">Agentic AI Summit Overview<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"hero_sub-title\">The&nbsp;<strong>Agentic AI Summit<\/strong>&nbsp;cut through the hype to deliver a sharp, four-hour briefing on how Agentic AI\u2014systems capable of complex, goal-oriented execution &#8211; was set to revolutionise Telecoms Networks and End-User Services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button hero_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/artificial-intelligence\/agentic-ai-telecom\/\">GSMA Agentic AI Programs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hero_group_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As 5G-A infrastructure begins to mature, this summit addressed the critical questions for MNOs and the ecosystem: How does the industry move from automated processes to truly autonomous network operations? How can network capabilities securely and profitably exposed to external AI agents to unlock new consumer and enterprise revenue streams?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over four sessions, leaders explored the four pillars of agentic adoption:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Network Autonomy:<\/strong>&nbsp;Deploying agents for self-healing and operational efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agentic Value Drivers:<\/strong>&nbsp;How agents can create top line value for the industry, not just cost-savings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Industry-wide Challenges:<\/strong>&nbsp;Getting to grips with the challenges facing Agentic AI within telecoms networks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Trust Layer:<\/strong>&nbsp;Defining the security and governance standards for a fully agent-driven ecosystem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 800 attendees gained actionable insights into monetisation strategies, infrastructure evolution, and ecosystem development needed to lead in the adoption of AI for networks to understand how Agentic AI could lay the groundwork for an intelligent and globally connected mobile infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-the-agentic-imperative\">The Agentic Imperative<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">To kick-off the summit, the audience sat down with Dr Junlan Feng from one of the world&#8217;s largest and most advanced mobile operators (China Mobile &#8211; CMCC). This session examined why Agentic AI was not just an incremental improvement, but an urgent strategic imperative for the telecommunications industry. This visionary conversation framed the day\u2019s discussions by connecting the promise of autonomy to the core challenges of monetisation, efficiency, and future relevance.<br><br><strong>Speaker:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/junlan-feng-8968ba11\/\">Dr. Junlan Feng<\/a>, China Mobile<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c592\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c592\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_7o36z3md\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden right-copy\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-servicenow-turning-ai-investment-into-growth-velocity\">ServiceNow: Turning AI Investment into Growth Velocity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">When it came to AI, telcos want to unlock the next billion in revenue, not just better operations. Being efficient kept them alive, but being autonomous was what allowed them to grow; the session argued that growth was impossible when networks were disconnected from the rest of the service experience. Real autonomy only happened when AI could see across the front, middle, and back office, act on what it learned, and move fast enough to capture growth before it disappeared. Attendees learned how operators were putting AI to work with ServiceNow to move at the speed growth demanded, and why zero-touch networks were table stakes to the growth conversation.<br><br><strong>Speaker:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rohitbatra1976\/\">Rohit Batra<\/a>, ServiceNow<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.servicenow.com\/uk\/lpdem\/demonow-aiops.html\">ServiceNow AI Ops<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c5ce\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c5ce\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_6nyei6sr\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-agentic-ai-network-autonomy\">Agentic AI: Network Autonomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">The dream of a &#8220;zero-touch&#8221; network is becoming a reality through Agentic AI. This session dived into the practical application of AI agents within the network core to create a self-diagnosing, self-healing, and continuously optimising operational environment. Leaders from foundational AI and workflow automation platforms shared how operators were moving from pilot projects to full-scale deployment, unlocking significant OpEx savings and unprecedented reliability.<br><br><strong>Chair:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/guylupoprofile\/\">Guy Lupo<\/a>, TM Forum<br><br><strong>Speakers:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/lilac-ilan-57099316\/\">Lilac Ilan<\/a> (Nvidia), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alex-jinsung-choi-1831603a9\/\">Alex Jinsung Choi <\/a>(Softbank), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/olivier-simon-b417425\/\">Olivier Simon<\/a> (Orange), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rohitbatra1976\/\">Rohit Batra<\/a> (ServiceNow)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/aiforgood.itu.int\/event\/telco-troubleshooting-agentic-challenge-global-launch\/\">Join the Telco Troubleshooting Agentic Challenge and win prizes<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c5f7\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c5f7\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_no13rtjh\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden right-copy\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-wit-software-when-ai-takes-the-call\"><strong>WIT Software:  When AI takes the call<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">This session explored how telecom operators could evolve beyond traditional connectivity and leverage the new wave of agentic AI. It examined how AI agents could become first-class subscribers, owning phone numbers, operating across multiple channels, and delivering intelligent communication services. It highlighted how this transition allowed operators to unlock new revenue opportunities and position themselves for the emerging Agentic AI population.<br><br><br><strong>Speaker:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/luis-silva-40b1101\/\">Luis Silva<\/a>, WIT Software<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wit-software.com\/expertise.html\">Visit WIT Software Agentic AI<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c627\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c627\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_p47vnt7p\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-agents-in-action\"><strong>Agents in Action<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">This session explored how telecom operators could monetise Agentic AI by transitioning from connectivity providers to high-value service engines. Participants examined the deployment of autonomous agents to deliver personalised consumer engagement and intelligent enterprise solutions, such as virtual front desks and sector-specific smart operations. The discussion covered practical use cases for autonomous voice and digital interactions that redefined the customer experience, unlocked sustainable revenue streams, and maximised lifetime value.<br><br><strong>Chair:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/louis-e-powell\/\">Louis Powell<\/a> (GSMA)<br><br><strong>Speakers:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/martin-kon-95188\/\">Martin Kon<\/a> (Cohere), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/luis-silva-40b1101\/\">Luis Silva<\/a> (WIT Software), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jesusmartintello\/\">Jes\u00fas Martin Tello<\/a> (NTT Data)<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c647\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c647\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_h3kanf4v\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden right-copy\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-open-telco-ai-assets-the-importance-of-open-telco-models\"><strong>Open Telco AI Assets -The Importance of Open Telco models<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">This discussion focused on the importance of Open Telco models and how key players such as AT&amp;T and AMD are forging their way, alongside the GSMA, in curating open telco models, data and benchmarks for the accelerating the adoption of AI within the Telco Community.<br><br><strong>Speakers:  <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/markaustin5\/\">Mark Austin<\/a> (AT&amp;T) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alex-sinclair-b0793a26\/\">Alex Sinclair <\/a>(GSMA)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/open-telco.ai\">GSMA Open Telco AI<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c664\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c664\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_8qyeu2e6\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-aws-bridging-the-ai-chasm\"><strong>AWS: Bridging the AI Chasm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">Generative AI and agentic AI opened unprecedented opportunities for revenue growth. Industries like healthcare and finance were already capitalising on new services and personalised cross-selling at scale. For the telecom industry, this represented a transformative moment. While leveraging AI for cost reduction delivered benefits, the session argued that the real breakthrough lay in AI-enabled innovation. This session explored how telcos could bridge the AI chasm to capture top-line growth, examining how agentic AI systems autonomously identified opportunities and enabled innovative services on cloud infrastructure.<br><br><strong><strong>Speaker:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ishwarparulkar\/\">Ishwar Parulkar<\/a>, Amazon Web Services<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/aws.amazon.com\/ai\/agentic-ai\/\">AWS Agentic AI Solutions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">                <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\r\n                <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\"><div id=\"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c680\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n                <script>\r\n                    kWidget.embed({\r\n                      \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6a25c8dc8c680\",\r\n                      \"wid\": \"_557\",\r\n                      \"uiconf_id\": 23459939,\r\n                      \"flashvars\": {},\r\n                      \"entry_id\": \"0_h46ja23z\"\r\n                    });\r\n                <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden right-copy\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container gsma-load-hidden\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-nanda-resolution-discovery-and-governance-for-the-agentic-web-research-at-mit\"><strong>NANDA: Resolution, Discovery, and Governance for the Agentic Web Research at MIT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb\">As AI agents became autonomous and long-lived across devices and the cloud, the core challenge shifted from agent design to trust and governance at internet scale. NANDA (Networked AI Agents in Decentralised Architecture) addressed this by introducing a systems-level framework for the Agentic Web. It focused on agent resolvability, certification, and discovery, enabling agents to be verifiable and safely composable across network boundaries. 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