# Technology Pioneers

Technology Pioneers are early-stage start-ups designing and developing new technologies that are poised to make a significant impact on business and society.

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## Welcome to the 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort!

The World Economic Forum is happy to announce the newest cohort of Technology Pioneers.

[Learn More](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/06/meet-the-2026-technology-pioneers/)


## Who are we?

Each year the World Economic Forum awards 100 leading start-ups from around the globe for their cutting edge technologies with the potential to improve the world.Technology Pioneers engage with the Forum for two years sharing insights and connecting with policy makers and large corporates.


### Discover our Technology Pioneers community

Visit our full Technology Pioneers website to learn about our mission, previous cohorts and more.

[Learn more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/technology-pioneers/home)


## Selection criteria:


### Innovation

Bringing to market cutting edge frontier technologies with an effective business model


### Impact

Creating positive long-term impacts on society and the planet


### Leadership

Identifies with the Forum's mission and is able to contribute time and expertise


### Funding and Valuation

Series A


### Maturity

Less than 10 years old from company inception


### Privately Held

Independent and privately held


### Application

Do you meet the criteria and wish to apply for the Technology Pioneers community? The application for the 2027 cohort will open in October 2026.

[Apply Now](https://wefglobal.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1HS50XyUqbdNVhs)


## Meet the Technology Pioneers

Explore the current members of the Forum's Technology Pioneers community who are improving the state of the world.

[Explore the organizations](https://initiatives.weforum.org/innovator-communities/organizations#subcommunities=Technology Pioneers)