Meet Alexandr Wang, 28, tech billionaire working with Facebook's Zuckerberg for AI ‘superintelligence’

The enigma of Alexandr Wang continues. The youngest tech billionaire has joined the AI arms race that's fast heating up. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly stepped up the game with Wang.

Why is Alex Wang built different?

Born on January 19, 1997, he's no ordinary tech guy. 

By the age of 24, as founder of Scale AI, Wang had shattered records to become the world’s youngest billionaire, with a staggering net worth of $2 billion, according to Forbes. Update: His wealth has surpassed $3.6 billion as of Apri 2025.

Now, Wang (age: 28) reportedly forms part of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s supercharged AI dream team to build “superintelligence”, as per Techcruch.

It turns out Zuckerberg, 41, is assembling what might just be the Avengers of AI, to be led by Wang, the mastermind behind Scale AI, known for his coding prowess.

Wang is also dubbed as the next "Elon Musk". Behind this meteoric rise is a tale of grit, genius, and a grim drive to push the boundaries of AI.

Wang founded Scale AI, a revolutionary data annotation platform.

What is data annotation? It’s the basic building block or "fuel" of AI, feeding the hungry engines of machine learning models. 

Scale AI isn’t just another tech startup — it’s the backbone of AI development, providing the critical ingredient that powers everything from self-driving cars to cutting-edge military technology.

When Wang speaks (or posts on X), everyone in the AI space pays attention.

Wang’s rise is the kind of plot twist Silicon Valley dreams are made of. A physics kid from New Mexico, he practically teleported from high school mathlete to AI billionaire — no cape, just code.

How does someone so young, seemingly out of nowhere, end up steering the future of tech? Total enigma, certified legend.

Born in the science-heavy environment, Wang was surrounded by brilliance. His parents were physicists at the famed Los Alamos National Laboratory, a key hub for national security research.

From an early age, Wang absorbed the scientific rigour around him, diving deep into math and coding, where he thrived.

By the time he was a teenager, Wang was already making waves in national coding competitions. 

By the age of 17, Wang was already working full-time at Quora, where he met Lucy Guo, who would later co-found Scale AI with him.

His early years were marked by a voracious appetite for knowledge, spending countless hours immersed in programming languages and building his own projects.

Wang's academic prowess was evident from a young age. He attended the prestigious Los Alamos High School, a magnet school known for its rigorous STEM curriculum. 

There, he demonstrate a natural aptitude for problem-solving and critical thinking. After high school, Wang enrolled at MIT, where he continued to pursue his passion for AI and coding. 

While still a sophomore at MIT, Wang founded Scale AI, a company that specialises in artificial intelligence and data labeling. 

His early success hinted at the unstoppable force he would become — a force that would disrupt industries, challenge the status quo, and redefine what it means to be a tech prodigy in the modern world.

His journey from a precocious young coder to a business magnate is a testament to his exceptional talent and unwavering ambition.

His mission: to accelerate the development of AI by providing high-quality data and infrastructure. 

His views on AI have been sought by the US government.

Recognising the immense potential of AI, Wang saw an opportunity to create a valuable service that could help businesses harness the power of this transformative technology.

With his deep understanding of computer science and a keen business acumen, Wang was able to build Scale AI into a rapidly-growing company. 

From winning in national coding competitions, Alexandr has progressed to become a contractor of the US military on key projects.  

Wang assembled a talented team of engineers and data scientists who shared his vision of revolutionising the AI industry. 

Together, they developed innovative solutions that helped clients across various sectors, including autonomous vehicles, healthcare, and finance.

By 2019, Scale AI hit unicorn status. Wang was just 22. Among companies on Scale AI's client list:

Wang wasn't done. He set his sights on an even bigger target: The US government. In 2020, the Department of Defense came asking for help with:

So then, Wang’s technology was safeguarding national security: As AI grips the world, Scale AI has become indispensable:

The result: Scale AI's 2024 valuation crossed $14.3 billion. By 2024, Wang turned 27. His net worth: $2 billion.

On March 28, 2025, it was reported that Scale AI sought valuation as high as $25 billion in potential tender offer, after it raised $1 billion at nearly $14 billion value with Amazon funding.

But money wasn't the goal. Impact was. Wang's vision was to accelerate humanity's progress through AI.

How? By tackling some of the world's most pressing challenges. Scale AI began working on:

The question wasn't if AI would change the world. It was how fast. And Wang was determined to push the boundaries. Here’s the most exciting part:

The AI revolution is just beginning. Wang's tech is:

But Wang's story isn't just about one exceptional individual. Scale AI's success was fuelled by Wang's ability to anticipate market trends. 

He identified emerging opportunities and aligned his company's offerings with the evolving needs of its customers. 

Under Wang's guidance, Scale AI quickly established itself as a leader in the AI space, attracting significant investment and partnerships with major tech companies.

Wang’s rise wasn’t exactly a walk in the cloud. Juggling a booming startup and college classes, the young CEO faced chaos on all fronts. But with sharp grit and laser focus, he powered through like a pro.

Now, with Zuckerberg in his corner, Wang’s not just aiming to build better AI — they're gunning to rule the entire game.

This guy might just co-invent superintelligence before your next coffee break.