Rana el Kaliouby Warns AI Risks Becoming a ‘Boys’ Club’

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AI leader Rana el Kaliouby has raised concerns that the fast-growing artificial intelligence sector is becoming a “boys’ club,” potentially limiting opportunities for women.

Speaking at SXSW, she warned that a lack of diversity in AI could lead to long-term economic consequences, as fewer women found companies, receive funding, or participate in investment decisions.

El Kaliouby, now a general partner at Blue Tulip Ventures, emphasized that while she doesn’t exclusively invest in women, she actively supports female founders who often face structural barriers in the industry.

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Respect for saying she doesn’t only invest in women but still actively supports them