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business1 year ago

Forbes 30 Under 30 2025: Innovators Shaping the Future

Forbes has unveiled its 2025 30 Under 30 list, highlighting 600 young leaders across 20 industries who are shaping the future of business and culture. This year's list emphasizes the growing influence of AI, with categories like AI and Transportation replacing traditional tech sectors. The honorees, who have collectively raised over $3.6 billion and amassed 300 million social media followers, include innovators in AI, digital media, and entertainment. The list also reflects increased diversity, with 46% identifying as people of color and 50% being Gen Z members.

entertainment1 year ago

Forbes 30 Under 30: Rising Stars and Innovators of 2025

The 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 Hollywood & Entertainment list highlights young talents like Kathryn Newton, Wesley Wang, and Marcello Hernández, who are thriving despite industry challenges such as AI and the aftermath of the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strikes. These individuals are redefining storytelling through innovative approaches, with Newton embracing horror roles, Wang turning a viral short film into a feature, and Hernández excelling in comedy. The list underscores the resilience and creativity of Gen Z in navigating and reshaping the entertainment landscape.

business2 years ago

Forbes' Hall of Shame: Regrets from the 30 Under 30 List

Forbes has created a "hall of shame" for individuals who were previously featured on its 30 Under 30 lists but have since been involved in questionable activities. The list includes figures from the finance industry such as Sam Bankman-Fried, who was convicted of fraud and conspiracy, and Martin Shkreli, known as the "pharma bro," who served prison time for misrepresenting financials. Other individuals on the list include Charlie Javice, accused of defrauding JP Morgan, and Nate Paul, charged with fraud and conspiracy. The hall of shame also features Lucas Duplan, founder of failed fintech firm Clinkle, gun rights activist Cody Wilson, and Steph Korey, cofounder of luggage company Away, who resigned following reports of workplace bullying.

businessfinance2 years ago

"10 Dubious Individuals Who Made Our 30 Under 30 Hall of Shame"

Forbes reflects on its 30 Under 30 list and highlights 10 individuals who turned out to be dubious choices. The list includes Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of FTX, who was convicted of fraud and conspiracy; Caroline Ellison, former head of Alameda Research, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy; Charlie Javice, founder of Frank, who has been indicted on fraud and conspiracy charges; Nate Paul, founder of World Class Capital Group, who was charged with fraud and conspiracy; Martin Shkreli, founder of MSMB Capital, who faced legal troubles for price gouging and financial misrepresentation; Cody Wilson, founder of Defense Distributed, who pled guilty to a child injury charge; James O'Keefe, founder of Project Veritas, who faced allegations of misuse of funds; Phadria Prendergast, editor-in-chief of Women Of The City Magazine, who allegedly ran a pay-to-play operation; Steph Korey, co-founder of Away, who faced criticism for workplace bullying; and Lucas Duplan, founder of Clinkle, whose startup failed despite significant funding.