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Applications are now open until 10 February 2025.
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Applications are now open until 10 February 2025.

AI-Driven Innovation for a Smarter Future

Welcome to the AI Open Innovation Challenge!

Calling all startups and SMEs worldwide!
Are you ready to transform industries and shape the future with your cutting-edge artificial intelligence (#AI) solutions?

In collaboration with Enterprise Singapore and Agorize, the AI Open Innovation Challenge (AIOIC) offers a global platform for startups and SMEs to push the boundaries of AI technology. Whether you specialise in AI for operational efficiency and guest experience, social and environment impact, or surveillance and security, this is your opportunity to showcase your expertise and drive the next wave of innovation.

The world needs smarter, more efficient, and sustainable AI solutions— this is your chance to be part of that change. Access up to S$490,000 in paid trials and grant support, along with mentorship from technical partners such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, and other industry leaders, to scale your solutions and bring them to life. Join us to showcase your innovative technologies on a global stage, collaborate with industry leaders, and shaping tomorrow’s industries.

Don’t miss the chance to revolutionise the AI landscape and turn your dreams into reality.

JOIN THE CHALLENGE NOW

AI CATEGORIES TO TACKLE

AI for operational efficiency and guest experience

AI for social and environment impact

AI for surveillance and security

Open Category

Check Out All The Challenge Statements

Opportunities and Incentives

Total of over S$490,000 of grants and funding support.

Winning innovators’ prizes include:

Funding and Support: Access prototyping and proof-of-concept grants and funding support.
Access to Industry Experts: Work directly with global leaders like Safran, Seatrium and Toyota Tsusho. Get your solution in front of key decision-makers who are actively seeking cutting-edge AI technologies.
Technical Partner Support & Guidance: Gain direct access to AWS and Google Cloud companies, with expert guidance from our technical partners to refine and scale your AI solution.
Global Visibility: Gain exposure on a global level, showcasing your AI innovation to investors and industry experts from around the world.

CHALLENGE TIMELINE

APPLICATION
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28 Oct 2024 - 10 Feb 2025

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Startups and SMEs can now submit your solutions by completing the participation form and submitting a proposal deck (maximum of 10 slides).
SHORTLISTING
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Feb - Mar 2025

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Challenge statement owners will evaluate the proposals and select potential solutions to explore further. The list of shortlisted startups and SMEs will be announced by End of March/Early April.
CLARIFICATION
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Apr 2025

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Shortlisted startups and SMEs will have the opportunity to be connected directly with respective challenge statement owners in 1-to-1 sessions for further clarification and final evaluation.
ONLINE
SELECTION & ANNOUNCEMENT

May - June 2025

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Final announcement of matched innovators will be done by June 2025.

Check out the detailed timeline here

AI is driving a new era of innovation, and the AI Global Challenge is your gateway to being at the helm of this transformation.

This is your opportunity to become a pioneer in shaping the future of AI. As industries across the globe undergo rapid change, the demand for advanced, ethical, and scalable AI technologies is at its peak. With Singapore's leadership in the AI landscape, influencing breakthroughs here could set a global precedent.

Step into the future and rise to the AI Open Innovation Challenge. Embark on a journey to deliver transformative, real-world AI solutions that will shape the future of industries and redefine human-AI interactions for generations to come!