Masters of the Machine: The A.I. Leaders With Power, Influence, Capital and Vision

The most powerful people in A.I. wield unparalleled influence over the future of the industry for one simple reason: money drives innovation. Unlike other sectors where progress can be piecemeal or self-sustaining, A.I. requires massive financial investment for research, computing power and the assembly of top-tier talent. This capital doesn’t just fund ideas—it dictates which ideas get to exist in the first place.

These power brokers—venture capitalists, tech titans, institutional investors...