What is the ACE Test?
The AI Capability Evaluation (ACE) Test is the world’s first general standardized test for AI competency. It sets a universal benchmark for measuring knowledge, skills, and readiness in artificial intelligence, bridging education, industry, and policy.
Who developed the ACE Test?
The ACE Test was created by a consortium of:
- Leading scholars and developers from global AI institutions.
- Students and alumni of the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) program at Cornell University.
- AI engineers and practitioners with extensive applied experience.
- Backed by 40+ peer‑reviewed publications across diverse AI applications.
- The team’s collective portfolio includes over 1,000 applied AI projects spanning finance, foodtech, education, and sustainability.
What global networks recognize ACE?
ExTran AI, the institution behind ACE, is deeply embedded in international AI governance:
- Member of the United Nations University Global AI Network.
- Transitioned from AI Pact member to AI Act member of the European Union.
- Member of Impact AI of the World Bank.
- Active in UN Innovation Network and UN Digital Cooperation Portal, contributing to global AI ethics, innovation, and digital trust frameworks.
What communities support ACE?
ExTran AI and the ACE Test are actively supported by entrepreneurial and innovation communities:
- Global AI Entrepreneurs Community
- G20 Youth Entrepreneurs Alliance (HK & Macau management team, 2025–)
- South East Asia Entrepreneurs Communities
- Hong Kong Youth Entrepreneurs Warriors
What talent powers the ACE Test?
ExTran AI has assembled a leading talent team across:
- AI Education – building global certification frameworks and learning platforms.
- Entrepreneurship – scaling AI ventures across Asia and international markets.
- FinTech – pioneering inclusive investment models and digital trust systems.
What happens after I complete the ACE Test?
After completing the ACE Test, candidates receive:
- A globally recognized AI competency certificate
- Access to exclusive AI career and networking opportunities
- Find jobs through the standardized test, such as the AI Jobs HK platform, which connects jobseekers and employers. More institutions will adapt the ACE Test as a recognized credential.
- Eligibility for advanced AI fellowships and research programs
How does the ACE Test benefit me?
- Global recognition: Backed by UN, EU, World Bank networks.
- Career advancement: Demonstrates AI competency with a credential supported by international awards and subsidies.
- Community capital: Connects you to entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystems across Asia.
- Symbolic capital: Positions you as part of a pioneering global AI narrative.
- Future‑proofing: Aligns your profile with the world’s first standardized AI capability test.
✅ Summary: The ACE Test is not just an exam — it is a globally recognized trust language for AI competency, developed by leading scholars and innovators, endorsed by international institutions, supported by governments and communities, and directly linked to career, education, and future opportunities.
