The award, presented by TechSverige, recognizes individuals who make significant contributions to the development and visibility of Swedish AI. Stenbom is also the founder of the initiative Nordic AI Journalism and is celebrated for her work in promoting inclusion and trust within AI in Sweden.
She is recognized for her groundbreaking work showing how AI can shape the future of media to support democracy and inclusion. As an industry doctoral student and a co-founder of Nordic AI Journalism, she advocates for responsible AI development in journalism. Her efforts have contributed to ethical and transparent AI use focused on human values, both in Sweden and internationally.
”Agnes Stenbom is a role model whose efforts pave the way for responsible AI development in journalism and the media industry. Through her work, she demonstrates how technology can strengthen citizens’ access to reliable and relevant information. With her knowledge and relentless curiosity, Agnes is a true source of inspiration, setting new standards for responsible AI use that prioritizes societal benefit,” says Åsa Zetterberg, director of TechSverige and jury chair.
Explore technology opportunities
N/LAB, founded in 2022 as a joint initiative by Schibsted Media and Tinius Trust, is led by Stenbom to ensure that a diversity of voices shapes the future of media. Together with young people from underrepresented groups, they explore new technology opportunities and creative solutions to address current challenges in editorial media.
Nordic AI Journalism, co-founded by Stenbom, is an industry network promoting responsible AI use in journalism in and beyond the Nordic region. By bringing together experts and journalists, it explores ethical AI solutions that uphold journalistic values and democracy while prioritizing public trust in media.
Jury’s motivation: Through her groundbreaking work for Schibsted and Tinius Trust, Agnes Stenbom has demonstrated how AI can shape the media of the future to support democracy and inclusion. As the founder and leader of IN/LAB, she has explored AI’s possibilities and challenges in media, setting a path for ethical and sustainable AI use that focuses on human values. Her work with Nordic AI Journalism promotes a responsible, transparent AI development in journalism, making her an inspiration both in Sweden and internationally. As an industry doctoral student, combining leadership and visionary perspectives, Agnes Stenbom is a strong advocate for technology that empowers citizens and society, setting a new standard for ethical AI use in media.
Jury for Sweden’s AI Person of the Year:
Daniel Akenine, National Technology Officer, Microsoft Sweden
Aurore Belfrage, tech investor, geopolitical advisor, and sustainability strategist
Louise Callenberg, Founder of Leadership ARTS, initiator of #bättredelat, AI theologianAther Gattami, researcher, entrepreneur, host of the AI podcast
Daniel Gillblad, Co-Director, AI Sweden
Jeanette Nilsson, project manager, RISE
Lina von Sydow, Professor of Computational Science at Uppsala University
Åsa Zetterberg, Director of TechSverige (Chair)
About the AI Person of the Year Award
The AI Person of the Year award is presented by TechSverige to someone who has advanced the development and visibility of Swedish AI. This is the fifth year the award has been given. Learn more at aretsaisvensk.se
