AI transformation can break gender disparities. Female AI talent has expanded significantly between 2018 and 2025, and the gender gap in AI talent has narrowed in 74 of 75 economies, according to new LinkedIn data. Underreporting could hint at an even larger female AI talent pool. These are conclusions from a World Economic Forum and LinkedIn white paper that examines how gender gaps are shifting in the “Intelligent Age”.
The report says the AI talent landscape is evolving with more women acquiring AI-related skills. Women’s participation in tech has grown to nearly one-third, yet retention remains a challenge. Men are overrepresented at every career stage, especially in the STEM C-suite, LinkedIn data shows.
Economies advancing in AI with limited talent diversity risk economic drag and AI-driven inequality, according to the report.
“Healthy innovation ecosystems require a mix of talent at every stage, but talent pipelines see a stream of female talent drop-off at various points of the career cycle.”
“The existing pool of innovators is further constrained by highly uneven innovation ecosystems, leading to the clustering of women innovators in only a handful of economies. As AI accelerates, economies capturing diverse talent will gain a competitive edge.”
“As AI reshapes economies, proactive leadership is essential to drive gender parity. Companies embedding gender considerations into AI strategies can unlock broader talent and innovation.”
“Policies ensuring equitable AI development can enhance workforce participation, leadership representation, and economic resilience. AI also has the potential to elevate roles vital to societal well-being, fostering inclusive growth”, the white paper says.
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