5Terra Global AI SummitSaudi Arabia 2025
Uniting elite university talent with Saudi innovation leaders to shape the future of AI technology
POWERED BY IVY LEAGUE ENTREPRENEURSHIP
A program under Princeton Entrepreneurship Club's Global Partnership initiative
Princeton E-Club
Founded in 1999, Princeton's largest student-run organization fostering entrepreneurship with a network spanning all Ivy League and Top 50 US universities.
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Keller Center
Princeton University's hub for innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, supporting students in developing solutions to complex challenges.
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Global Partnerships
Connecting Princeton's entrepreneurs with global opportunities through exchanges, competitions, and collaborations with leading institutions worldwide.
Learn MoreGlobal University Network
Connecting entrepreneurial talent across elite institutions worldwide
Ivy League Network
Exclusive partnerships with all eight Ivy League institutions, creating a powerful ecosystem for innovation and collaboration.
Top 50 US Universities
Extended network reaching across the nation's most prestigious academic institutions, fostering cross-campus innovation.
40+ Universities
Stanford, MIT, Berkeley, and more
50+
Universities
10K+
Students
500+
Startups
The Big Idea
Creating a global AI hackathon in Saudi Arabia that brings together top students from elite universities worldwide to innovate, collaborate, and showcase AI-driven solutions.
AI-Driven Solutions
Compete and showcase innovative AI solutions across various tracks including environment, industrial technology, sustainability, and more.
Talent Access
Provide Saudi organizations, both public and private, with direct access to high-potential talent from the world's leading universities.
Global Exposure
Generate international brand exposure for Saudi Arabia's innovation initiatives and for the university clubs involved, such as Princeton E-Club.
A Convergence of Global Talent and Saudi Innovation
This hackathon represents a unique opportunity to position Saudi Arabia at the forefront of AI innovation while creating meaningful connections between global academic talent and Saudi organizations leading the technological transformation.
Why This Matters
The Saudi Global AI Hackathon creates strategic value for all stakeholders while positioning the Kingdom as a leader in technological innovation.
Talent Attraction
Saudi Arabia's rapidly growing tech and innovation ecosystem requires a sustainable pipeline of top-tier AI talent. This hackathon creates direct pathways to identify, engage with, and potentially recruit exceptional students from the world's leading institutions.
Global Visibility
A major AI-focused event with international participants drives significant PR and positions Saudi Arabia as an emerging global tech hub. The event showcases the Kingdom's commitment to technological advancement and innovation leadership.
Hands-On Recruitment
Companies can observe how student teams think, build, and collaborate in real-time—providing a much more effective assessment of capabilities than traditional recruitment methods. This immersive environment reveals true problem-solving abilities and teamwork dynamics.
Cross-Cultural Exchange
The hackathon encourages global collaboration and fosters meaningful ties between Saudi organizations and leading universities worldwide. This cultural and intellectual exchange creates lasting relationships that extend beyond the event itself.
Proposed Event Structure
A comprehensive framework designed to maximize value for participants, sponsors, and the broader Saudi innovation ecosystem.
Hackathon Format
Broad AI Focus
Multiple specialized tracks including AI for Sustainability, AI for Smart Cities, AI + Blockchain, and more, allowing participants to focus on areas aligned with their interests and expertise.
Sponsor Tracks
Sponsor-defined challenge tracks that address real business problems, providing participants with authentic industry challenges and sponsors with targeted solutions.
Pitch Day
A culminating event where teams present their solutions to a panel of judges from sponsor organizations, government entities, and the tech community.
Our Partners & Sponsors
Leading organizations committed to advancing AI innovation and talent development in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
Meet Our Team
We're a dedicated group of innovators committed to fostering AI talent and creating meaningful connections between Saudi Arabia and the global tech community.
Xuan Lin
US / China
Junior at Princeton University majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Near Eastern Studies
Director of Global Partnerships at Princeton's Entrepreneurship Club
Yiying Zhang
US / China
Junior at Princeton University majoring in Electrical and Computer Engineering and minoring in Near Eastern Studies
President of Princeton's Entrepreneurship Club
Join the Future of AI Innovation in Saudi Arabia
Whether you're a student, organization, or potential sponsor, be part of this groundbreaking initiative that connects global talent with Saudi innovation.
For Students
Showcase your skills, build innovative solutions, and connect with leading organizations in Saudi Arabia.
For Sponsors
Access top-tier global talent and showcase your organization's commitment to AI innovation.
For Universities
Partner with us to provide your students with global exposure and connections to Saudi innovation.
Get in Touch
Have questions about the Saudi Global AI Hackathon? We're here to help! Reach out to us for more information about participation, sponsorship, or university partnerships.
We typically respond within 24-48 hours. Thank you for your interest in the Saudi Global AI Hackathon!