IBM: Die Trends, die KI und Technologie im Jahr 2026 prägen werden

**Submission Statement**

This submission presents an overview of IBM Think’s article “The trends that will shape AI and tech in 2026” which examines how artificial intelligence is evolving from standalone models into integrated, agentic systems supported by efficient compute, open standards, and enterprise-ready governance. Through insights from IBM researchers and industry leaders, the article identifies major trends including quantum and hardware efficiency breakthroughs, the rise of AI agents and orchestration layers, growing reliance on open-source and domain-specific models, and the prioritization of trust, security, and AI sovereignty. Together, these developments frame 2026 as a pivotal year in which AI shifts from experimentation to scalable, high-impact deployment across industries.