Saudi Communications Ministry Completes 'HealthTech Challenge'
The HealthTech Challenge, an initiative by the Middle East Center of Digital Entrepreneurship (CODE), affiliated with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology in Saudi Arabia, has concluded successfully. This strategic event aimed to empower Saudi teams to develop innovative digital health solutions over a three-month period.
The challenge was open to specialized teams from various regions across Saudi Arabia. Participants received intensive workshops and mentoring to support their projects, with stages including registration, business model development, training camps, and technical support.
The finale saw teams presenting prototypes featuring data analysis tools, interactive interfaces, and systems for extracting medical information. Among the winners were Premedica, Clinome, and Zofa Lab, who shared prizes worth SAR 450,000 from MVP Lab / NTDP. Special awards such as the "Generative AI Award" were presented by partners like King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC).
The HealthTech Challenge is part of broader efforts by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and its CODE center to grow the national digital health innovation ecosystem and develop local talent in line with the Kingdom’s Vision for digital transformation in healthcare.
The closing ceremony, held at the Middle East Media premises, marked the culmination of this international franchise event, which focused on HealthTech innovation. The event received international media coverage, with Entrepreneur Middle East media franchise reporting on the event.
This initiative is a significant step towards fostering digital entrepreneurship and innovation in health tech to boost the digital economy in vital sectors. The HealthTech Challenge by CODE is a testament to Saudi Arabia's commitment to digital transformation and its support for local talent and innovation.
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