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CARSIT InnovX — Call for Invitation

AI & Innovation Challenge

Build intelligent solutions to real-world problems

Submit AI, software, prototype or technology solutions for challenge assessment, demonstration and recognition.

🤖 CARSIT InnovX — Call for Invitation

AI & Innovation Challenge

CARSIT InnovX invites students, researchers, software developers, engineers, startup teams and young innovators to build intelligent products, prototypes and solutions addressing real-world problems.

The Challenge encourages the use of AI, Data Science and emerging technologies to solve meaningful problems, discover talent and generate solutions that may progress into research projects, prototypes or startups.

Who should participate?

  • University students and graduates
  • AI/Data Science researchers
  • Software developers and engineers
  • Startup teams and young innovators
  • Multidisciplinary teams working on real-world challenges

What can be submitted?

AI/ML solutions, analytics platforms, software products, prototypes, decision-support systems, automation solutions, mobile/web applications, IoT solutions, simulations, technical proof-of-concepts and other technology-enabled innovations.

🎨 Visual / Conceptual Prototype

Architecture diagrams, data-flow diagrams, technical workflows, infographics, network designs, AI/ML workflows, process models, storyboards, application screens, simulations or conceptual models may be used to communicate the problem, proposed solution, system components, workflow and intended application.

🖥️ UI/UX Prototype

Figma/Adobe XD prototypes, wireframes, mock-ups, clickable prototypes, screen flows, user journeys and design systems are welcome. A visual/interactive prototype may qualify even before the underlying software is complete when it clearly demonstrates proposed functionality and interaction.

💻 Functional Prototype

Working web/mobile applications, AI/ML demonstrations, interactive dashboards, simulations, algorithms, IoT or hardware-software systems, proof-of-concepts and MVPs are encouraged where available. A short screen-recorded demonstration may show key features, workflow and technical operation.

🚀 Prototype maturity levels

Concept Prototype
Idea, infographic or conceptual diagram.
System Prototype
Architecture, workflow or technical design.
UI/UX Prototype
Figma, wireframes, mock-ups or interactive designs.
Technical Prototype
Algorithm, AI/ML model, simulation or proof-of-concept.
Functional Prototype
Working software, application or system demonstration.
MVP
A usable early-stage product or technology.

📋 Early assessment evidence

Participants may combine visual/conceptual prototypes, architecture or technical diagrams, infographics, workflows, UI/UX designs, Figma prototypes, wireframes, simulations and technical proof-of-concepts. Where applicable, a screen recording can demonstrate:

User Input → System Processing → Technology / Algorithm → Output

Assessment materials should explain the innovation, problem, proposed solution, system/design, functionality, technical approach, intended users, potential application/impact and future development.

A fully functional prototype is encouraged but is not mandatory at the early-assessment stage.

Challenge pathway

Problem / Challenge → Team → Mentoring → Solution Development → Pitch / Demo → Expert Assessment → Awards → Startup / Collaboration Opportunity

Bring a real problem or build an intelligent solution. Strong projects may be connected with mentoring, startup development, industry collaboration and investment opportunities.


Conference themes

Submissions may align with one or more active CARSIT InnovX research themes.

Artificial IntelligenceData Science and Business AnalyticsMachine LearningCybersecurityGaming TechnologySoftware EngineeringDigital Education and Educational TechnologiesCloud ComputingBusiness IntelligenceE-business & E-commerceInternet of Things (IoT)Emerging Information Technologies