Dusit (Tao) Niyato
Nanyang Technological University
Title: Toward Edge General Intelligence with Agentic AI and Agentification for 6G Networks

Abstract:
The rapid expansion of sixth-generation (6G) wireless networks and the Internet of Things (IoT) has catalyzed the evolution from centralized cloud intelligence towards decentralized edge general intelligence. However, traditional edge intelligence methods, characterized by static models and limited cognitive autonomy, fail to address the dynamic, heterogeneous, and resource-constrained scenarios inherent to emerging edge networks. Agentic artificial intelligence (Agentic AI) emerges as a transformative solution, enabling edge systems to autonomously perceive multimodal environments, reason contextually, and adapt proactively through continuous perception-reasoning-action loops. In this context, the agentification of edge intelligence serves as a key paradigm shift, where distributed entities evolve into autonomous agents capable of collaboration and continual adaptation. This presentation gives a comprehensive survey dedicated to Agentic AI and agentification frameworks. First, we systematically introduce foundational concepts and clarify distinctions from traditional edge intelligence paradigms. Second, we analyze important enabling technologies, including compact model compression, energy-aware computing strategies, robust connectivity frameworks, and advanced knowledge representation and reasoning mechanisms. Third, we provide representative case studies demonstrating Agentic AI's capabilities in low-altitude economy networks. Furthermore, we identify current research challenges.

Short Bio:
Dusit Niyato holds the position of President's Chair Professor at the College of Computing & Data Science (CCDS), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. His primary research interests lie in mobile generative AI, edge intelligence, quantum computing and networking, as well as the design of incentive mechanisms for related technological applications. Currently, he serves as Editor-in-Chief (EiC) of IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering, which boasts an impact factor of 7.9. He previously held the EiC role at IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials (impact factor 46.7) and now acts as its Area Editor, continuing his contributions to the journal. His extensive editorial portfolio also includes Associate EiC of IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, Area Editor of IEEE Transactions on Communications, Topical Editor of IEEE Internet of Things Journal, Lead Series Editor of IEEE Communications Magazine, Topic Editor of IEEE Transactions on Services Computing, and Senior Area Editor of IEEE Transactions on Information Forensics and Security (TIFS). Additionally, Dusit serves as a Members-at-Large of the IEEE Communications Society Board of Governors for the 2024-2026 term and is a Fellow of IEEE, IET, and the China Institute of Communications (CIC), recognizing his outstanding academic achievements.