The Wired 40

"They are masters of innovation, technology, and strategic vision - 40 companies driving the global economy."

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Source: Wired
See also:
Fast Company - Fast 50 2004
Business Week - The Info Tech 100
Red Herring 100
AlwaysOn - AO 100 Companies
Fortune.com - All Fortune Lists
Business Week - Hot Growth Companies
Forbes Lists - Award List - People List
NASDAQ - Wikipedia
New York Stock Exchange - Wikipedia