Kuwait City: The second edition of Kuwait Hackathon, inaugurated as part of the 24th cycle of His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah Informatics Award, has successfully showcased Kuwait’s commitment to enhancing innovation. Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee, Bassam Al-Shammari, highlighted the collaborative effort of 15 entities to foster pioneering youth digital projects across multiple fields.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Al-Shammari discussed the focus on artificial intelligence during Thursday’s ceremony honoring the winners. He emphasized the significance of advancing AI, noting its contribution to public welfare and quality of life. The event saw the participation of numerous innovative projects, with the top three being honored by the Governor of Al-Asimah, Sheikh Abdullah Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah.
The first prize was awarded to “Aqua Monitor,” a project that measures water quality and detects potential risks early. The second place went to “Diffuser,” which optimizes airflow based on room temperature. The third prize was given to “Smart System by IoT,” designed for managing water tanks and determining refill needs.
The governor also recognized other standout projects, including “Smart Pharmacy,” a device providing patients access to medication, and “Pure,” an app that allows users to report environmental waste and earn rewards. Additionally, “My Tailor,” an app connecting customers to tailors via 3D design-sharing, and “Allergo,” an app scanning product barcodes for potential allergens, were also highlighted.
Al-Shammari expressed optimism about the potential for these projects to evolve into real businesses, creating new opportunities for the future. Kuwait Hackathon continues to serve as a competition platform fostering digital transformation, supporting technical skills among youth and entrepreneurs, and encouraging the development of digital innovations while strengthening local startups.