Frequently Asked Questions
Returning for 2026, the SmartBrief Innovation Awards in AI are here to celebrate the most cutting-edge products and solutions leveraging AI to solve business challenges and unlock opportunities.
These awards are presented in tandem with SmartBrief's industry-leading AI impact series of virtual events, where content experts are leading the conversation on the evolution of AI in retail, marketing, IT/cybersecurity, education and more.
Entries are due by 23:59 PST on October 2, 2026.
Single Entry: $495.00 per entry
2-4 Entries: $450.00 per entry
5+ Entries: $425.00 per entry
Please note that the pricing rates will automatically update in your cart when finalizing your entries. As outlined here, the prices given will depend on the number of entries you are submitting.
If your organization is shaping the future of AI in your industry, this program is for you. Please see the following entry requirements:
- The entry must include or work directly with AI to be accepted into the awards.
- The entry must relate to the category being entered into. This requirement does not apply if the AI Innovation category is selected.
- Due to the rapid-development we're seeing with AI solutions, the entry doesn't need to be on the market at time of entry. We will accept entries that relate to on-market solutions; pre-release solutions; or demonstration solutions. That being said, we cannot accept theorised applications of AI; the entry must to be for something that is either on-market or soon-to-be released.
Winner announcements are scheduled for October, 2026.
If you have any questions about entering please contact Beckie Sirs (Beckie.Sirs@futurenet.com).