With the following benefits:
A 4-day intensive ideation and prototyping event where teams solve industry-specific challenges. Participants compete for a QAR 25,000 Pre-Investment Award to develop their Proof of Concept (PoC) and move closer to product validation.

Themes
The latest edition of the Qatar Innovation Hackathon seeks innovative business models and ideas that are ready to be prototyped, utilizing key enabling technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Augmented Reality, Edge Computing, Quantum Computing, Blockchain, and Internet of Things (IoT). We are looking for concepts that can evolve into tangible prototypes across the following themes.

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Healthcare Delivery
Focus on using technology to streamline healthcare systems and improve overall healthcare delivery.
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Patient Care
Developing solutions aimed at enhancing patient care experiences through wearable technology, remote monitoring, and telemedicine.

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Personalized Learning
Innovating education by delivering personalized learning experiences using AI-driven tools, adaptive learning platforms, and data analytics tailored to individual student needs.
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E-Learning
Focusing on creating digital classrooms, online education platforms, and technologies that enhance accessibility, engagement, and quality of education for students at all levels.

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Green Building and Sustainable Architecture
Innovative construction technologies and materials that reduce energy consumption, enhance building efficiency, and lower the carbon footprint in the construction sector.
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Smart Agriculture
Agricultural technologies that improve water efficiency, boost crop yields, and promote climate-resilient farming practices to sustainably meet growing food demands.

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AI-Driven Business Transformation for B2B Growth
Leveraging AI and automation to optimize business operations, enhance decision-making, and boost scalability for companies across industries.
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Immersive Technologies (VR/AR) for Business Partnerships
Using AR and VR to revolutionize business collaboration, improve communication, and enhance remote working experiences.
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Sustainable Business Solutions
Developing technologies that help businesses minimize environmental impact, improve sustainability, and align with global ESG principles.

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Electric Vehicles and Smart Mobility
Sustainable mobility through electrification, integration of renewable energy, and IoT-enabled transportation systems.
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Mobility Fintech and Vehicle Technology
Innovations in financial solutions and vehicle technology, including digital payments, vehicle financing, insurtech, telematics, and IoT-powered vehicle systems.
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Mobility as a Service and Shared Mobility Technology
Digital transformation in logistics and mobility services, including fleet management, supply chain optimization, ride-sharing platforms, and real-time traffic analytics.
Benefits
Why apply to the Qatar Innovation Hackathon?
Each winning team will receive up to
QAR 25,000
Pre-Investment Award!
Direct Access to QDB’s Pre-Accelerator Program
Access to Further Funding and Support Services
Opportunity to Network with key Stakeholders across Industries
Access to Local & International Coaches to Accelerate Learning
Opportunity to Work with Major Technical Players and Deploy a Prototype


Key Dates
These dates are essential for tracking your progress and ensuring timely participation in every phase

17 May 2025
Applications Close

19 May 2025
Idea Selection

22-24 May 2025
Hackathon Weekend

25 May 2025
Pitching Day

25 May 2025
Winners Announcement

Enroll in Pre-Accelerator Program

Selection Criteria
The selection process is grounded in four key pillars to ensure that each submission aligns with the vision and impact goals of the program:

Problem
Is the problem being addressed significant enough?

Solution
Does the proposed idea or business model have the potential to make a meaningful impact?

Team
Does the team have the necessary experience to execute the vision and the product roadmap?

Relevance
Is the idea directly relevant to the applied theme?
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