The 100 most promising private AI companies in the world...

CB Insights' 9th annual ranking of the most promising private AI companies — and this year’s cohort is shaping the future of intelligent systems.

From vertical agents to foundation models to ML security, these startups are defining what’s next across industries like healthcare, defense, finance, and more.

The numbers behind this year’s list:

• 17K+ companies considered

• 60% of AI 100 winners are early-stage (Series A or earlier)

• 100 winners leading the charge

Explore the companies, expert analysis, and investor and operator commentary on the key trends shaping the AI landscape, including:

1. AI agents dominate the conversation

2. ML security has become table stakes

3. AI observability and governance are critical gaps

4. The future is physical

5. Vertical applications are exploding

Get the list, the commentary, and everyone's favorite... THE MARKET MAP linked below 👇