The AgentX AI Hackathon for Employment and Business Solutions has launched in Riyadh in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. The event aims to empower national talent to develop innovative AI-based solutions, align technical skills with labor market needs, and support innovation and business efficiency across various sectors.
 The hackathon brings together innovators, developers, and artificial intelligence enthusiasts who work in multidisciplinary teams to turn their ideas into prototypes of smart solutions tailored to the needs of different industries. The event also provides opportunities to engage with experts and specialists and explore career prospects in promising technology fields.
 The hackathon focuses on applying AI technologies to develop practical solutions that enhance operational efficiency, improve service quality, and increase productivity. It also encourages innovation and supports the development of scalable technological applications.
 The hackathon includes a virtual boot camp, specialized workshops, and mentoring sessions. These activities culminate in an in-person phase during which participants develop their projects and present their solutions to a panel of judges. The program is designed to strengthen participants' practical AI skills and provide hands-on experience in developing business solutions and turning ideas into innovative projects.
 The hackathon builds on the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology's efforts to develop national digital capabilities, empower technology talent, and align skills with labor market needs. These efforts support the growth of the digital economy and strengthen the Kingdom's competitiveness in artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has announced the opening of registration for the second edition of the MCIT AI Bridge program, offered in collaboration with Accenture. The program aims to develop Saudi tech professionals with three to five years of professional experience through an intensive program combining hands-on training, consulting experience, and technological innovation in Riyadh and Milan.
 The program aims to broaden participants’ technical expertise, develop their consulting and technological innovation skills, and apply these capabilities to address real-world challenges. It seeks to strengthen their ability to bridge technical knowledge and business needs while opening up broader opportunities for professional growth.
 Combining learning with practical experience, the program enables participants to gain international exposure and apply their skills in diverse professional environments. This approach enhances their ability to turn ideas into practical solutions and leverage artificial intelligence and advanced technologies in their respective fields.
 The program builds on the ministry’s ongoing efforts to develop national capabilities and empower Saudi talent to keep pace with technological advancements and contribute to technological innovation, supporting the Kingdom’s competitiveness in the digital economy and the age of artificial intelligence.
 The ministry invited eligible Saudi tech professionals to explore the program details, participation requirements, and registration process through the following link: (click here)

The third edition of the AgentX AI Hackathon for Employment and Business Solutions, held in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), concluded in the Eastern Region with the top three teams receiving cash prizes for developing innovative AI solutions to challenges facing key sectors.
Team Sunbulah won first place in the environmental sustainability and carbon emissions reduction track, followed by Team SABBAQ in the energy and industry track. Team MIRSAD secured third place in the logistics and ports track. A total of 30 projects competed in the hackathon.
The event brought together Saudi talent to develop practical AI solutions aligned with labor market needs. Participants developed their ideas, built business solution prototypes, engaged with experts and participating organizations, and explored career opportunities in artificial intelligence.
The hackathon featured four tracks: energy and industry, logistics and ports, beneficiary experience and customer service, and environmental sustainability and carbon emissions reduction. The tracks expanded opportunities for innovation and directed participants' capabilities toward developing solutions to improve operational efficiency, enhance services, and promote sustainability.
The hackathon included a virtual training bootcamp, workshops, and specialized mentoring sessions, culminating in an in-person phase and the presentation of final solutions. The program provided participants with practical experience in developing AI applications, collaborating in multidisciplinary teams, and transforming knowledge into scalable, deployable solutions.
The hackathon is part of ongoing efforts to empower Saudi talent to contribute to AI solution development, strengthen connections to high-quality employment opportunities, and build capabilities that support the digital economy's growth and enhance the Kingdom's competitiveness in the Intelligence Age, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.