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Iris.ai is an AI XPrize Finalist, has honorary mentions in Nature and Science magazines, and has been selected among TOP10 most innovative AI companies in the world by Fast Company.<\/p>\n<p>Maria Ritola is an award-winning technology influencer in the Nordics. She has been selected e.g. as the young person of the year in Finland and among the most influential women in technology by Nordic Business Insider. 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