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.

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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.

Medical Technology
  • Focus on using technology to streamline healthcare systems and improve overall healthcare delivery.
  • Developing solutions aimed at enhancing patient care experiences through wearable technology, remote monitoring, and telemedicine.
Educational Technology
  • Innovating education by delivering personalized learning experiences using AI-driven tools, adaptive learning platforms, and data analytics tailored to individual student needs.
  • Focusing on creating digital classrooms, online education platforms, and technologies that enhance accessibility, engagement, and quality of education for students at all levels.
Climate Technology
  • Innovative construction technologies and materials that reduce energy consumption, enhance building efficiency, and lower the carbon footprint in the construction sector.
  • Agricultural technologies that improve water efficiency, boost crop yields, and promote climate-resilient farming practices to sustainably meet growing food demands.
Future of Enterprise Technology
Next Generation Mobility Solutions

Benefits

Why apply to the Qatar Innovation Hackathon?

Each winning team will receive up to

QAR 25,000

Pre-Investment Award!

With the following benefits:​

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

Problem

Is the problem being addressed significant enough?

 Solution

Solution

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

 Team

Team

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

 Relevance

Relevance

Is the idea directly relevant to the applied theme?

Organized by

QDB

Incubators & Accelerators

QBIC Digital & Beyond Incubator Mobility Incubator

Strategic Partners

QSTP QFC Builder AI

Theme Partners

ooredoo Q AUto Vw HBKU QF Alumini WISE
Aman Hospital Deerfield AYCMQ Atypical

Knowledge & Ecosystem

QRDI Mcit QFBA
Hyperthink Risin Startup Grind Pitchpro