TIME has named He Tingbo, President of HiSilicon, Huawei's semiconductor division, to the 2026 TIME100 AI list, an annual recognition of the 100 most influential people in artificial intelligence. The announcement, made on August 28, 2026, underscores her role in advancing AI computing through innovative semiconductor strategies.
In May 2026, He Tingbo introduced the "Tau (τ) Scaling Law" at the IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems in Shanghai. This proposal suggests replacing the geometric shrinking of Moore's Law with time-based scaling as the guiding principle for semiconductors and electronic systems. The Tau Scaling Law could redefine how the industry approaches performance improvements, shifting focus from transistor density to temporal efficiency, potentially enabling more sustainable and adaptable computing architectures.
Under her decade-long leadership, HiSilicon has developed a competitive edge in AI computing, including Ascend AI accelerators, Kunpeng server processors, and UnifiedBus-enabled SuperPoD systems. These technologies are integral to Huawei's broader AI strategy, which aims to provide powerful, efficient, and scalable solutions for data centers and edge devices.
The TIME100 AI list is compiled by TIME's editors and reporters, who examine key AI stories over the past year and consult with expert sources and industry leaders. The result is a list of leaders, innovators, shapers, and thinkers who have a stake in the future of AI. He Tingbo's inclusion highlights her significant contributions to the field.
For more details, see He Tingbo's story at TIME100 AI profile. The full list is available at TIME100 AI full list.
