Time Names 'Architects of AI' as 2025 Person of the Year

Time has named the 'Architects of AI' as its 2025 Person of the Year, a designation reflecting the profound impact of artificial intelligence on society. According to Time Editor-in-Chief Sam Jacobs, this year marks a pivotal shift where those building AI technologies moved from discussion to rapid deployment, leading to significant societal consequences.

He likened this concentration of power to the Gilded Age, where immense progress coexisted with growing inequality. The recognition includes prominent figures in AI, such as Jensen Huang from Nvidia, Elon Musk from xAI, and Sam Altman of OpenAI, highlighting their roles in shaping this transformative technology.

Time's covers, created by artists Jason Seiler and Peter Crowther, symbolize the duality of AI, showcasing both its potential and the concerns surrounding its implications. This year also follows notable past recognitions, such as the 2006 'You' award for the rise of the World Wide Web and last year's acknowledgment of President Donald Trump, reflecting Time's commitment to recognizing influential figures and trends in technology and society.

The issue is available digitally now and will hit newsstands on December 19.