UAE Hackathon 7: Distinguished Presence and Inspiring Workshops at the University of Science and Technology of Fujairah
Wednesday, Feb 28, 2024
Fujairah, United Arab Emirates – February 28, 2024: The seventh edition of the UAE Hackathon kicked off at the University of Science and Technology in Fujairah (USTF) with the attendance of prominent figures from various government and academic sectors. The opening ceremony was distinguished by the presence of senior officials and keynote speakers who participated in the event.
Prominent Attendance and Inspiring Speeches:
The opening ceremony was attended by:
- H.E. Ali Mustafa Mohammed, Director General of the Fujairah Financial Department
- MS. Mariam Al Matroushi, Deputy Director of Financial Affairs at the Fujairah Financial Department
The following speakers delivered inspiring speeches to the audience:
- MS. Amal Ismail, Director of the UAE Hackathon
- Prof. Ali Abu elnouer, Director of the University of Science and Technology in Fujairah
- Mr. Yousef Al Kaabi, Marketing Manager – Fujairah e-Government
- Ms. Mariam Al Hindasi, Head of Information Systems Department and Member of the Innovation and Future Foresight Team at the Fujairah Financial Department
Official Opening and Training Workshops:
The event, which is considered one of the most prominent technical events in the region, was officially inaugurated by H.E. Ali Mustafa Mohammed and A/ Mariam Al Matroushi. The speakers highlighted the importance of developing youth skills and the role of the UAE Hackathon in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in society.
This was followed by a series of training workshops for students and participants, where they provided guidance on how to participate in the hackathon and register projects. Attendees actively participated in the workshops to acquire the necessary skills and gain a deep understanding of the participation processes.
UAE Hackathon: A Creative Platform for Youth:
The UAE Hackathon is a creative platform for young people from all over the country to showcase their innovative ideas and develop their technological projects. The hackathon provides a unique opportunity for participants to collaborate with experts from different fields and learn from their experiences.
Objectives:
The seventh edition of the UAE Hackathon aims to focus on key areas including:
- Digital by Design
- User Driven Digital Government Wide Participation:
The UAE Hackathon is witnessing wide participation from various universities, schools, and companies in the country. Participants compete to present the best technical projects that offer innovative solutions to the challenges facing society.
In conclusion:
The UAE Hackathon is an important event that contributes to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship among young people in the United Arab Emirates. It also provides students and participants with a unique opportunity to develop their skills and gain new experiences in the field of technology.
About the UAE Hackathon:
The UAE Hackathon is a national event that aims to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among young people in the United Arab Emirates. The hackathon is organized by the Ministry of Economy and the Higher Colleges of Technology in collaboration with various government and private sector entities.
For more information, please visit: https://hackathon.ae/
