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| CATEGORIES | There are 31 categories. Applications will be judged on relevancy, ingenuity, and current and potential cultural and business impact. | | Applied AI NEW | AR, VR, Spatial Computing, and Multiverse | Buildings and Real Estate | Commerce | Computing, Chips, and Foundational Technology | Consumer | Data NEW | Education | Enterprise | Fintech and Blockchain |
| | Food and Agriculture | Foundational AI NEW | Health and Medicine NEW | Media, Entertainment, and Social | Robotics and Automation | Security and Privacy | Space and Telecom | Sustainability and Energy | Transportation | Wellness and Fitness NEW | Workplace and Productivity |
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| | Next Big Things in Tech: North America |
| | Next Big Things in Tech: International |
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| | Size of Business | These three categories recognize the next big things in tech by companies of similar sizes: Small and Mighty, Mid-Market Mavericks: 101 to 499 Employees, and Enterprise: 500+ Employees | Years in Business | These three categories recognize the next big things in tech by companies of similar ages: On the Rise, Established Excellence, and Enduring Impact | Excellence in Innovation NEW | Far-reaching innovations with the potential for positive impact across multiple industries | Tech Visionaries of the Year NEW | Individuals responsible for leading efforts that lead to tech breakthroughs, from conception to market |
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