In a historic moment for artificial intelligence, the inaugural Miss AI beauty pageant has crowned its first winner. After sifting through 10 finalists and entries from over 1,500 AI creators globally, the judges have selected Moroccan lifestyle influencer Kenza Layli as the first-ever Miss AI.
Entirely AI-generated, from her captivating images to her social media captions and videos, the hijab-wearing Layli has amassed a significant online following of nearly 200,000 Instagram followers and 45,000 on TikTok. With her victory, the virtual influencer hopes to bring diversity and inclusivity to the world of AI creations.
Layli was developed by Myriam Bessa, founder of the Phoenix AI agency. As the winner, Bessa will receive a $5,000 cash prize, along with support and publicity through the Fanvue influencer platform, which organized the groundbreaking contest.
The runners-up in the Miss AI competition were Lalina Valina from France and Olivia C of Portugal, as reported by CNN.
For Layli, this achievement represents a major milestone, not just for her career, but for the entire AI influencer industry. As the first-ever Miss AI, she is poised to use her platform to inspire other creators and challenge the lack of representation in the virtual world.
“Winning Miss AI motivates me even more to continue my work in advancing AI technology,” Layli said in her (AI-generated) acceptance speech. “AI isn’t just a tool; it’s a transformative force that can disrupt industries, challenge norms, and create opportunities where none existed before. As we move forward, I am committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within the field, ensuring that everyone has a seat at the table of technological progress.”