The program celebrates the latest breakthroughs in AI through categories such as ‘AI Innovation of the Year’, and ‘AI Solution of the Year’, as well as outstanding applications of AI within certain industries – such as healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. Considerate and impactful AI use is also rewarded through the ‘Best Consideration of Ethics and Governance in AI’, and ‘AI for Good’ categories.

CEO of The Cloud Awards, James Williams, said: “We’re very excited to reveal the shortlist for The 2025 A.I. Awards. Its sophomore year has proven to be even better than last year, with some stunning AI innovations from all corners of the globe being presented to our panel. It’s particularly exciting to see a blend of household names standing shoulder-to-shoulder with a range of newer faces on the block, proving that ingenuity really can come from anywhere.

“Congratulations to Vcinity on making the shortlist, a great achievement in itself. We wish them, as well as their fellow shortlistees, the best as we head into the next round of judging.”

Harry Carr, CEO & Chairman at Vcinity said: “We are delighted to have been shortlisted in the ‘Most Innovative AI Technology’ and ‘Best AI Integration’ categories in The 2025 A.I. Awards. This acknowledgment underscores Vcinity’s commitment to removing the barriers to data access that often slow AI innovation. By providing AI systems the ability to work with the right data—instantly, securely, and at scale—we help our customers accelerate AI insights themselves, AI maturation, and associated ROI. We are proud to stand alongside the other nominees and look forward to seeing how the next stage of the program unfolds.”

The program now enters its second round of judging, where the shortlist for each category will be reduced to a handful of finalists. A.I. Awards finalists will be announced on Tuesday 16 September, with the final winners revealed in October.

To view the full shortlist, please visit: https://www.cloud-awards.com/2025-ai-awards-shortlist