Artificial intelligence continued to push boundaries in 2025, with the launch of agents that interact with web apps to finish complex tasks and efforts to apply AI in areas like scientific discovery and construction. But the advancements weren’t just limited to the technology— discussions also centered around creative financing strategies to fund the multi-billion dollar AI infrastructure buildout. As the industry matures, Forbes is opening submissions for our annual AI 50 list to highlight the frontrunners.

Since 2019, Forbes has published the AI 50, highlighting the most promising startups whose........

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