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Artificial intelligence takes a major leap forward in 2026 as autonomous AI agents become powerful enough to run startups, execute complex tasks, and operate on-chain. With multi-agent systems, AI-driven businesses, and blockchain-based automation, a new digital workforce is emerging. Here’s how autonomous agents are transforming the economy—and why 2026 marks the start of the AI-native startup era.