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WAICF Awards
WAICF Awards 2026
This 5th edition will celebrate the future of AI, highlighting groundbreaking innovations across the three award categories:
- Excellence Award – Grand Jury Prize
- Startup Award
- Impact Award
Why Participate in the WAICF Awards?
Each winner receives a trophy presented during the official ceremony and a Full Pass to attend WAICF 2026, along with exclusive visibility across our social media channels and press releases.
Beyond these rewards, participating in the WAICF Awards gives your AI project outstanding exposure. With 10,000+ attendees, winners reach key stakeholders across the global AI ecosystem (from leading investors to industry decision-makers) gaining recognition, credibility and new business opportunities.
After Your Submission: Jury Process & Ceremony
Applications close on December 19, 2025, at 11:59 PM. All submissions will then be reviewed and evaluated by our Jury, who will deliberate to select one winner in each category.
The selected winners will be contacted ahead of the event to ensure their presence at WAICF 2026, where they will receive their award during the official ceremony. The ceremony will take place on February 13, from 11:20 AM to 12:30 PM in the Riviera conference room. It will be preceded by a keynote session and is open to all attendees, including visitors, exhibitors, and speakers.
