In late April, during AI Month at Penn, the Lewis Latimer Fellowship, in partnership with the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education, hosted an intensive day-long exploration of the intersection between African American culture and AI.

The 2026 Edison Awards™ brought together the world’s leading innovators for two unforgettable days of connection, insight, and celebration. Held April 15–16 in Fort Myers, Florida, the 39th annual event showcased breakthrough ideas, visionary leaders, and the innovations shaping what’s next.