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Sep 3, 2026 · Artificial Intelligence

2026 AI Agent Memory Layer Landscape: From Vector Stores to Cognitive Runtimes

This article surveys the 2026 AI Agent memory ecosystem, comparing specialized memory layers like Mem0, Zep, Letta, and Mnemovela, framework-native solutions, infrastructure offerings, and lightweight tools, with a decision framework for choosing the right cognitive architecture.