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Saudi Team Wins 4 Medals in First AI International Olympiad
The Saudi artificial intelligence team has clinched four international medals in its first participation in the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) 2025, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Held from August 2 to 9 in Beijing, the IOAI brought together 284 students from 85 countries around the world. The Saudi team consisted of four students who previously obtained required training and supervision from the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and KAUST Academy. By taking part in this prestigious scientific event, Saudi Arabia seeks to empower talented students and provide them with unique opportunity to compete internationally in the fields of technology and artificial intelligence. Thus, the Kingdom is taking steady steps toward building an advanced national system for innovation and future leadership. "موهبة" تعلن فوز المنتخب السعودي للذكاء الاصطناعي بـ4 ميداليات عالمية في أول مشاركاته الدولية. — واس العلمي (@SPA_sci) August 8, 2025 The International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence targets the world's elite AI students and offers them a unique scientific environment that facilitates knowledge exchange and helps build international academic networks as well. Launched in Bulgaria in 2024, the IOAI aspires to become one of the world's most prominent science competitions through partnerships with global organizations and AI experts. Related Topics: Saudi Arabia Wins Bronze at 2025 International Nuclear Science Olympiad in Malaysia ICAIRE Honored for Outstanding Contribution to AI Olympiad Saudi Biology Team Competes in 2025 International Biology Olympiad in Philippines Short link : Post Views: 34 Related Stories
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6 days ago
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Saudi Arabia Secures 3 Awards at International Olympiad in Informatics 2025
The Saudi informatics team has secured a bronze medal and two certificates of appreciation at the 37th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI 2025), according to the Saudi Press Agency. Held in Sucre, Bolivia, from July 27 to August 3, the IOI 2025 brought together 334 students from 86 countries around the world. The Saudi team consisted of three students who previously obtained required training and supervision from the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education. The Kingdom has been taking part in the International Olympiad in Informatics since 2019, earning a total of 11 awards, including seven bronze medals as well as four certificates of appreciation. This reflects the Kingdom's growing excellence in computer science and programming. "موهبة": المنتخب السعودي حصد 3 جوائز في أولمبياد المعلوماتية الدولي 2025 ببوليفيا. — واس العلمي (@SPA_sci) August 3, 2025 Launched in 1989 in Bulgaria, the IOI 2025 represents one of the world's most prestigious annual global competitions in programming and computer science for high school students. It also features a two-day contest in which participants solve complex algorithmic problems, relying solely on their skills without access to external resources. Related Topics: Saudi Physics Team Shines with 4 Medals at 2025 International Olympiad ICAIRE Honored for Outstanding Contribution to AI Olympiad Saudi Biology Team Competes in 2025 International Biology Olympiad in Philippines Short link :
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25-07-2025
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Saudi Physics Team Shines with 4 Medals at 2025 International Olympiad
The Saudi National Physics Team earned four medals at the 55th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO), held in Paris, France, from July 17 to 25. The prestigious competition brought together 425 students from 85 countries. Mazen Al-Shakhs secured a silver medal, while Hussein Al-Saleh, Mohammed Al-Arfaj, and Ali Al-Hassan each claimed a bronze medal for their outstanding performances. This success raises Saudi Arabia's overall IPhO medal count to seven silver and 23 bronze medals, along with 22 certificates of appreciation. The achievement reflects the rigorous training and preparation provided by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and with the exclusive support of Saudi Aramco. Related Topics: National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity Concludes its Activities 'Creativity 2025' Participants of International AI Olympiad Undergo Theoretical, Practical Tests Saudi Students Secure Bronze at International Informatics Olympiad Short link : Post Views: 6 Related Stories
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25-07-2025
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Saudi team wins 4 medals at 2025 International Physics Olympiad
PARIS: Saudi Arabia's National Physics Team won four medals at the 55th International Physics Olympiad held in Paris from July 17 to 25, the Saudi Press Agency reported Friday. Mazen Al-Shakhs won a silver medal while students Hussein Al-Saleh, Mohammed Al-Arfaj, and Ali Al-Hassan collectively earned three bronze medals. The latest medal haul has raised the Kingdom's total tally in this international competition to seven silver medals, 23 bronze medals, and 22 certificates of appreciation. This year's competition saw 425 students from 85 countries competing. Saudi Arabia's achievement culminates the intensive training provided to the students by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education, and with support from exclusive sponsor Saudi Aramco. The IPHO is an annual competition for high school students, with each national delegation allowed up to five student competitors plus two leaders. Like in other Olympiads, member countries take turns hosting the competition. It was first held in Warsaw, Poland in 1967. Last year, it was held in Isfahan, Iran. In 2026, the host will be Bucaramanga, Colombia. In the event's 58-year history, China has emerged as the most dominant, with Russia, South Korea, Taiwan and United States completing the top 5.
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22-07-2025
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Saudi Biology Team Competes in 2025 International Biology Olympiad in Philippines
The Saudi national biology team is taking part in the 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO 2025), held in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, from July 20 to 27. The event brings together top-performing high school students from around the world. Representing Saudi Arabia in this prestigious scientific competition are four students who earned their spots after completing an intensive training program exceeding 2,800 hours each. This program was conducted under the supervision of the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education. The IBO is an annual global competition that challenges talented high school students in various areas of biology. First launched in 1990 in the Czech Republic, the Olympiad assesses participants through rigorous theoretical and practical exams, designed to test their problem-solving skills across multiple biological disciplines. Related Topics : KAUST Celebrates Women in Science International Day Saudi Team for Science and Engineering Collect 9 Special Awards to Make History in ISEF 2024 Saudi Arabia is surviving financial liberation thanks to the realism of Mohammed bin Salman: Morad al-Hattab: Short link :
