World Summit AI Qatar
Health Tech Hackathon
Is Your Idea Worth Funding? Prove It.
This year, World Summit AI is partnering with Qatar University to host the finals of the Health Tech Hackathon 2025 – Qatar’s flagship healthcare innovation challenge.
Following a highly successful 2024 launch, the second edition scales up to accelerate transformative healthcare innovations. The purpose is to engage multidisciplinary teams in addressing Qatar’s health priorities through technology, entrepreneurship, and intense, guided collaboration.
We’re looking for the boldest, most innovative and out-of-the-box health tech concepts in Qatar.
DEADLINES
- Participation: All team members must commit to attending the full 3-day hackathon program (November 27–29, 2025).
- Final Pitch: Shortlisted finalists are required to present their projects during the World Summit AI on December 10, 2025.
PRIZES
The Health Tech Hackathon recognizes excellence through competitive awards and provides continued support to help transform innovative ideas into sustainable ventures.
Spark Track
- 1st Place: QAR 40,000
- 2nd Place: QAR 30,000
- 3rd Place: QAR 20,000
Launchpad Track
- 1st Place: QAR 50,000
- 2nd Place: QAR 40,000
- 3rd Place: QAR 30,000
Beyond the Prize: Post-Hackathon Opportunities
The true value of the Health Tech Hackathon lies in its post-event ecosystem, providing teams with the tools, mentorship, and connections needed to advance their solutions.
Winning teams will gain access to an exclusive post-hackathon support ecosystem designed to accelerate project development and real-world implementation:
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- Mentorship Program: Six months of structured mentorship with leading industry and clinical experts.
- Technical Support: Comprehensive web, mobile, and hardware development assistance provided by ScorpE Technology.
- Business Consulting: Strategic business development and commercialization support from Grudva Consulting.
- Incubation Pathways: Opportunities for incubation and funding through QRDI, QDB, and WISH.
- Visibility and Recognition: Official presentation and exposure opportunities at the World Summit AI, showcasing the most promising innovations on a global stage.