Tech4City is Huawei Singapore’s flagship competition that aims to empower youths to build the Singapore of tomorrow through technological innovation for social good.
The Huawei Tech4City Competition Finals 2025 concluded on 28 November 2025, with Remarkably, a team from NUS winning the grand prize of S$20,000 for their AI-powered essay platform closing the feedback gap for students especially in underserved communities.
The competition saw over 320 youths submitting more than 120 proposals, and involved partners from government, academia, industries to empower our shared digital future.
In the 2025 edition, the finals were live-streamed across Huawei’s Facebook and X platforms, reaching over 14.87 million live viewers
Group photo with Speaker of Parliament Seah Kian Peng, Judges, Advisors, Huawei senior management and top 6 teams.
Speaker giving the keynote speech and interacting with the finalists’ prototype at the booths.
Tech4City, Huawei Singapore’s flagship youth innovation competition, returns for its 4th edition to inspire students and startups to reimagine Singapore’s future through technology-driven solutions for social good.
Aligned with Singapore’s national vision for a Smart Nation 2.0 and the Singapore Green Plan 2030, this year’s mission—Empowering Our Shared Digital Future—challenges participants to create intelligent, sustainable innovations that bridge digital transformation with societal needs.
Top solutions will not only gain industry mentorship and funding but also catalyse tangible progress toward a future where technology uplifts communities, protects the environment, and ensures no one is left behind in the digital age.
Ready to shape the future? Join Tech4City 2025 and turn your innovative ideas into reality! Whether you’re a student or a startup, this is your chance to contribute to Singapore’s digital and sustainable future. Don’t wait—Register now and be part of shaping tomorrow’s Singapore with technology!
Huawei Singapore’s flagship youth innovation competition returns for its 5th edition, inviting the next generation of innovators to shape Singapore’s future through AI-driven solutions for the public good.
Reimagining Mobility and Experiences for a safe & inclusive Singapore
Public transport accessibility
Safety management
Low-carbon and efficient mobility movement
Empowering Lifelong Learning & Future-Ready Skills
Personalized & inclusive learning
Lifelong learning & career support
AI literacy, digital literacy, future skills
AI-enabled learning support
Building Safe, Sustainable & Connected Communities
Online safety & digital trust
Green Energy & Sustainability
Smart estates & shared spaces
Social inclusion & accessibility
Community wellbeing & resilience
Strengthening Care, Wellbeing & Healthcare Systems
Mental & emotional wellbeing
Healthy living; ageing-in-place
Clinical efficiency, care continuity, caregiver support
Healthcare worker & system support
Smart Healthcare
Innovations in Smart Healthcare are vital to address Singapore’s ageing population, strained medical resources, mental well-being challenges. With health technology innovations, participants can revolutionise preventive care, reduce hospital burdens, and personalise treatment. Such advancements promise a future where healthcare is proactive, accessible, and equitable—transforming how patients and providers interact in a digital-first ecosystem.
Smart Education
Smart Education seeks to redefine learning in a post-pandemic world. With Singapore prioritising lifelong learning and digital literacy, solutions like AI-driven personalised curricula, VR classrooms, or gamified skill-building platforms can democratise access to quality education. These tools empower learners of all ages to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market, fostering a culture of continuous innovation and bridging socioeconomic gaps through technology.
Smart City
As urbanisation intensifies, Smart City innovations are key to building sustainable, efficient communities. The concept of a smart city integrates IoT, data, and AI to optimise digital and physical infrastructure, energy use, resource management, and more. Participants might tackle cyber hygiene, sustainability, smart built environment, city mobility related challenges. Innovation in this field will not only improve quality of life but also contribute to the long-term sustainability of Singapore.
Online harms are a growing concern in Singapore. According to an online safety poll by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI), 84% of respondents encountered harmful content online in 2025, a notable rise from 74% in 2024.
To help Singaporeans navigate the digital space more safely, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has identified four key actions that anyone can adopt:
Youths today spend a large portion of their lives online, where boundaries around personal information, emotional wellbeing, and screen time can easily blur. How might we help them take control of their digital environment?
Problem Statement:
How might we use AI to analyse user’s online interactions like posts, comments, and shares in real-time to flag oversharing of sensitive data and educates them on potential risks?
The ease and speed of online interactions can lead to impulsive posts, comments, or shares; some of which may have long-lasting consequences. How might we encourage thoughtful digital behaviour?
Problem Statement:
How might we use AI to identify and amplify acts of digital kindness (e.g., supportive comments, constructive feedback) within a platform, creating a “Kindness Score” or highlight reel that rewards positive behaviour?
Online harm can take many forms, from scams and grooming to cyberbullying. While platforms offer tools like blocking and reporting, youths may not always feel equipped or supported to use them. How might we change that?
Problem Statement:
How might we develop a real-time “Harm Pattern Recognition Assistant” that uses advanced Natural Language Processing (NLP) models, such as those based on Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) for detecting nuanced cyberbullying in code-mixed language, to proactively analyze message content and conversation patterns? This AI would flag potential harms like grooming tactics or bullying with high accuracy, providing gentle, contextual alerts to the user.
When youths encounter uncomfortable or harmful online experiences, many hesitate to talk to someone about it. How might we make help-seeking feel safe, easy, and normal?
Problem Statement:
How might we develop AI-powered “Interactive Scenarios” that allow families to safely explore potential online situations together, fostering discussions about privacy and emotional well-being before problems arise, thereby building a proactive and shared sense of digital responsibility.
Requirements | Judging Criteria | Cash Prizes | |
Ages (16 – 35) | 1) Participants should be 16-35 years old, currently/used to be enrolled in a Singapore school, forming a team of 3 to 6 persons
| 1) Social Impact (30%): Relevance to Singapore’s societal needs and alignment with competition themes
| 1st Prize: SGD 16,000 2nd Prize: SGD 11,000 3rd Prize: SGD 8,000 4th 5th Prize: SGD4500
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1st Prize : SGD 16,000
2nd Prize : SGD 11,000
3rd Prize : SGD 8,000
4th & 5th Prize : SGD4500
Best Innovation in Mobility
Sponsored by SBS Transit: SGD 3,000
Fast-tracked into Huawei’s talent development programmes on global stage
Participate in Huawei’s flagship events
Potential media publicity
Trainings in Huawei ICT Academy & Huawei Cloud courses
Gain Huawei Certification
Exposure
Visibility: Sponsors will gain exposure through social media mentions, website banners, event signage, and media coverage.
DemographicsMedia Coverage: Past events have seen significant media attention, with 18 media hits including print, online, and radio.
Engagement
Interaction Opportunities: Sponsors can engage with attendees through exhibition booths, speaking slots, and live product demos.
Networking: Dedicated networking sessions to facilitate meaningful connections between sponsors and participants.
Online virtual pitch
Top 5 teams shortlisted, refine presentation & prototype
Top teams pitch and showcase prototypes
Huawei Singapore’s flagship youth innovation competition returns for its 5th edition, inviting the next generation of innovators to shape Singapore’s future through AI-driven solutions for the public good.
2026 Theme：Fueled by AI, Powered for Public Good
Competition Requirements
Timeline
Submissions:
End April – End July
Semi Finals E-pitch:
August
Mentoring:
September – October
Finals:
October/November