We are proud to announce that our professor, Prof. YANG Hongxia, Executive Director of PolyU Academy for Artificial Intelligence, Associate Dean (Global Engagement) of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, has been named in CoinDesk's inaugural Top Women in Web3 & AI list. This prestigious list highlights 50 influential women driving innovation and ethical frameworks in the rapidly evolving fields of crypto and artificial intelligence.
Prof. Yang, a former leading AI scientist at Alibaba and ByteDance, is at the forefront of groundbreaking research at PolyU. She champions a decentralised approach to AI, developing the "Model-over-Models" paradigm (InfiFusion), which aims to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of large language models. Her innovative contributions are set to democratize AI development, bridging the gap between advanced technology and practical applications across various industries, including healthcare and finance.
CoinDesk's selection process involved a diverse panel of judges and over 300 nominations, emphasising a balance of innovation, relevancy, and influence. This initiative showcases leaders in blockchain finance and AI ethics while underscoring the importance of diverse expertise in technology development. For more details about CoinDesk's selection process and to view the full list, please visit here.
