Our AI Leaders collection showcases more than 250 influential figures shaping artificial intelligence globally. The list is curated based on their contributions, public visibility, and impact across five categories: Coder/Developer, Researcher, Manager/Founder, Evangelist, and Critic. Each entry includes name, country, category, social media handle, influence ranking (1–10), and a brief description, compiled from publicly available sources like X posts, news, and academic profiles.
The data is manually vetted to ensure balance (~84 Low, ~84 Medium, ~85 High rankings) and diversity in geography and expertise. Leaders are selected for recent activity in AI, such as publications, projects, or advocacy.
Potential Issues: The rapidly evolving AI field may outpace updates, potentially missing emerging leaders. Rankings are subjective, reflecting perceived influence, which may vary. Bias in source data (e.g., over-representation of certain regions) is a risk, though we strive for fairness. Users are encouraged to provide feedback to enhance accuracy and inclusivity.