AI Magazine October 2026 Issue 52 | Page 71

TECHNOLOGY the agent. The agent itself is transforming from a question-and-answer machine into a real agent that can handle daily tasks. That is the biggest change.”
On what makes a truly effective agent, Kuo highlights a formula:“ What we see today is that an agent consists of three parts – or the formula is: Agent = Model × Harness × Context.” Why multiplication?“ Because if any single part is zero, the entire equation equals zero. So it’ s not only about the model – the intelligence part – it’ s also about the harness. It controls the loop, controls the tools and manages all the guardrails.

“We believe A2A will drive substantial growth for global trade and the economy”

Kuo Zhang President Alibaba. com aimagazine. com 71