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100 WOMEN IN AI
2026 EDITION
The 100 Women in AI recognition list celebrates the women driving artificial intelligence forward — from foundational research to bold entrepreneurship, from infrastructure to ethics and policy. Created by Flybridge and XFactor Ventures, this is the definitive annual recognition of women whose work is shaping how AI is built, adopted, and understood.
Why It MattersWomen have long been at the heart of AI's development — yet they remain underrepresented in the stories we tell about it.
This list exists to change that. Each year, we surface 100 honorees whose technical excellence, leadership, and real-world impact deserve a wider spotlight
NOMINATION CRITERIA
Active in the field of AI
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Building, researching, investing, or leading organizations that shape how AI is developed or deployed
Demonstrably impactful
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with measurable contributions to their discipline, company, community, or the broader ecosystem
Working at any career stage
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From emerging voices to established leaders
Based anywhere in the world
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Nominations are evaluated across six dimensions: Seniority, Pedigree, Accomplishments, Impact, Influence, and Innovation.
Self-nominations are welcome.