Tyto Tech 500: France’s Top 50 Technology Influencers in 2026
The Tech 500 is Tyto’s proprietary data-driven ranking of the most influential people in B2B technology in France and across Europe, based on in-depth analysis across earned media, social media and broader digital visibility.
Key Findings for 2026
France accounts for 19.6% of the 2026 Tyto Tech 500, down from 29% last year, reflecting a year of significant change in France’s technology influence landscape.
- 35% of France’s 2026 Top 100 retained their place from last year, while 65% are new to the Top 100 – the highest share of new faces across the four European markets.
- AI has a strong presence in France, accounting for 14.6% of French influencers, while Cybersecurity, Risk & Digital Trust represents a further 10.7%.
- Creators account for 10.1% of French influencers – the highest share across the four European markets – while entrepreneurs make up a further 25.3%.
Actionable insights to drive impactful PR strategies
The Tyto Tech 500 is the only data-driven ranking of B2B influencers shaping Europe’s technology conversation, based on in-depth analysis across multiple data points.
Launched in 2017, it recognises those who demonstrate high levels of influence across the media, social media and digital channels, regardless of their origin or location.
More than a ranking, the Tyto Tech 500 is a practical resource for communications leaders, revealing who is shaping the conversations that matter to their organisations across Europe.
