The one-of-a-kind AI Influencer Awards have crowned the first Miss AI in a competition organized by subscription platform Fanvue.
Artificial intelligence-generated models and their creators were celebrated as part of the awards, where Moroccan digital influencer Kenza Layli was crowned as the winner.
Influencer Layli, who has over 200,000 followers on Instagram, was awarded a $13,000 prize package including $5,000 in cash, access to Imagine Education’s Mentorship Programme worth $3,000, and over $5,000 in PR support.
In a statement, Layli said: “Winning Miss AI motivates me even more to continue my work in advancing AI technology. AI isn’t just a tool; it’s a transformative force that can disrupt industries, challenge norms, and create opportunities where none existed before.
“I also want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to my fellow AI Creators. Your passion, dedication, and innovative spirit have continuously inspired me throughout this competition. Each of you has brought something truly unique to the table, and I am deeply honored to have shared this transformative journey with such talented individuals.”
AI influencers, also known as virtual influencers or digital avatars, are computer-generated characters designed to mimic human behavior and engage with audiences on social media.
The AI influencer first appeared on the scene in the mid-2010s, with Lil Miquela being considered the pioneer in this space. Almost a decade later, they have become a significant presence on social media with some working with major brands and accumulating millions of followers.
French contestant Lalina Valina took second place, winning a $5,000 prize package, and Olivia C from Portugal was awarded third with a $2,000 prize package.
Miss AI is the world’s first beauty pageant for AI-generated models, launched by Fanvue. More than 1,500 AI creators from around the world entered the competition. Contestants were evaluated on three primary criteria: beauty, tech, and social clout.
Participants were also judged on traditional pageantry elements including beauty and poise, as well as their AI skills in creating posts, social-media engagement, and audience growth.
“A huge congratulations to Kenza – and all the other entries. The global interest in this first award from the Fanvue World AI Creator Awards has been incredible. The concept of the awards has put AI Creators into the limelight like never before – and we’re really excited about the future of the awards and where we go next,” Will Monange, Fanvue co-founder, said.
“There is a huge amount of talent in the AI Creator space. The awards are a fantastic mechanism to celebrate creator achievements, raise standards, and shape a positive future for the AI Creator economy,” Monange added. “Finally, a huge thanks to our expert panel of judges who did a brilliant job picking the winners from over 1,500 entries.”
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