TIME magazine has introduced its inaugural list of 2026 Trailblazers, honoring global leaders who are actively designing and constructing the future. The selection highlights individuals recognized for their contributions to innovation and building a better world.
Among those featured are Aicha Evans of Zoox, who envisions a future of safe and efficient robotaxis on roadways. Bjarke Ingels, an architect known for his work on The Dryline, a significant urban climate adaptation project in the U.S., is also included.
The list further recognizes Mike Schultz, a gold medalist whose company, BioDapt, develops prosthetics utilized by many Paralympians. Jason Ballard, CEO of Icon, a company that 3D prints homes, aims to provide solutions for the escalating housing crisis, describing his company's work as a potential "toolkit" for humanity.
The TIME Trailblazers list aims to celebrate individuals at the forefront of creating transformative solutions across various sectors.