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News18
11-08-2025
- Business
- News18
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Announces 40 Semi-Finalist Teams Driving Grassroots Innovation across India
Last Updated: Semi-finalists will receive mentorship, prototyping support and access to innovation platforms to further develop their ideas News18 Top 40 teams will be awarded INR 8 lakh, while each team member will get a Samsung laptop Samsung India, the nation's largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the national shortlist of 40 semi-finalist teams for the fourth edition of its nationwide innovation contest for the youth, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow. These teams will now progress to the next phase of the competition, where they will receive mentorship, prototyping support and access to innovation platforms to further develop their ideas for societal impact. This year's semi-finalists represent remarkable geographical diversity, with participants from 15 Indian states, including remote regions such as Cachar (Assam), Baghpat (Uttar Pradesh), Mahabubnagar (Telangana), Durg (Chattisgarh) and Sundargarh (Odisha). The programme continues to champion young changemakers from across the country, enabling them to address real-world challenges through the power of technology and innovation. The 2025 edition of Solve for Tomorrow invited entries under four key themes: The shortlisted ideas reflect the evolving priorities of Indian society—ranging from AI-led tools for air quality monitoring, biodiversity conservation, and clean water access, to smart solutions for food waste and e-waste management. Other innovations include gamified learning for students from underserved communities, personalised coaching apps, and sports-led interventions for children with autism. In the health and research domains, projects span early lung cancer detection and mental wellness tools to simplifying technical research through intelligent data scraping. 'We are excited to announce the Top 40 semi-finalist teams of Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025. These young innovators, including those from Tier 2, Tier 3 cities, and remote regions, are using technology to solve real societal challenges. Their ideas reflect the incredible potential of India's youth to drive meaningful change. As they move into the next phase, we remain committed to supporting them with mentorship, resources, and a platform to turn their ideas into real-world impact for a smarter, more inclusive Bharat," said SP Chun, Corporate Vice President, Samsung Southwest Asia. 'We are proud to continue our partnership with Samsung Solve for Tomorrow. This year's approach focused on regional representation, and it is clearly reflected in the range and depth of shortlisted ideas. These young innovators have the potential to shape India's future start-up ecosystem," said Dr Nikhil Agrawal, Managing Director, FITT-IIT Delhi. What Lies Ahead for the Semi-Finalists? As part of their journey in Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025, the top 40 teams will participate in an intensive Innovation Bootcamp, designed to help them turn their ideas into viable prototypes. During this phase, participants will meet and engage with leaders and experts across Samsung R&D and Southwest Asia operations. They will also attend curated training sessions led by industry and government experts at IIT Delhi, gaining hands-on insights into innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. The bootcamp includes structured prototyping support from IIT Delhi mentors and alumni of previous Samsung Solve for Tomorrow editions, ensuring continuity of learning and mentorship. Following the bootcamp, a National Pitch Event will be held where a select Samsung Jury will evaluate and shortlist the final 20 teams who will move forward in the competition. A Global Vision for Youth Empowerment Launched in the United States in 2010, Solve for Tomorrow is now active in 68 countries and has engaged over 3 million young people worldwide. The initiative aligns with Samsung Electronics' global CSR vision – 'Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People" – aimed at equipping young people with the education, skills and opportunities to become future-ready leaders. top videos View all To explore more about Samsung's global CSR programmes, visit our [ CSR webpage ]. First Published: August 11, 2025, 16:04 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2025 Youth Innovation Competition is Now On
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 July 2025 - Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025, the highly-anticipated youth innovation competition, is back for its ninth edition in Singapore! As the nation gears up to celebrate SG60 in the coming weeks, this year's Solve for Tomorrow provides a platform for youths to step out and build a more secure future for Singapore. By inspiring youths in Singapore to address key societal issues via innovation and technology, they are empowered to transform creative ideas into impactful solutions for the good of society. 'At Samsung, we believe that youth and their application of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) knowledge is the key to building a better future. By providing a platform for them to unleash their creativity and passion, Solve for Tomorrow aims to be the catalyst that inspires meaningful change and positive action among our youths,' said Jeffrey Hahn, President, Samsung Electronics Singapore. 'With this year being a milestone SG60 year, Solve for Tomorrow is calling for youths to join us in building a more secure future for Singapore. As youths put real action into their ideas to influence positive change, we believe that they will find their place in our society and become the change that they want to see in their future.' Karan Gopu Pillai, the leader of Team redbluegold, the grand prize winner of the Solve for Tomorrow 2024 competition, shares his experience: 'We are grateful for the Solve for Tomorrow experience, as it gave us the platform to turn our ideas into real-world solutions, to make a difference to the people we care about in our society. With the support of the organising team and mentorship from Samsung's Product and Innovation team, we not only pushed through the challenges we faced but also gained new insights and skills that will help us to face our future with confidence.' This year's competition is organised in support of the national Digital for Life movement, which mobilises partners from the private, people and public sectors to help Singaporeans embrace digital as a lifelong pursuit and enrich lives through digital technology. Solve for Tomorrow 2025 also provides the opportunity for youths to develop interdisciplinary skills like critical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, as well as to expand their Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) knowledge, and to elevate their potential while preparing them for the workforce. Building a More Secure Future for Singapore this SG60 Samsung has identified four key themes for this year's competition, to encourage submissions that can build a more secure future for Singapore as we celebrate SG60. Participants can develop their ideas around these themes: 1. Environmental Sustainability: Climate change is one of the most critical challenges of our time, and everyone has a role to play in shaping a more sustainable future. Whether it's conserving energy, reducing resource consumption, or improving recycling efforts, small actions can lead to big differences over time. 2. Sport, Health and Technology: Health is the foundation for a fulfilling and productive life, and sport and technology are key enablers that can support and enhance overall health. By making it easier for one to stay active, manage stress levels and prevent illnesses, one can also create lasting and positive change for others. 3. Inclusivity and Social Harmony: Inclusivity and social harmony are key to a healthy and sustainable future. From creating solutions that remove barriers for people with disabilities, to fostering social inclusion for disadvantaged communities, let us build a Singapore where everyone feels at home, regardless of their backgrounds. 4. Digital Readiness and Security: Digital readiness and security are growing in importance, as advances in technology unlock new opportunities. For society to move forward collectively while leaving no one behind, it is critical to enhance digital literacy and security while shaping a safer digital environment for all. Call for Entries Open from Now till 31 August 2025 From now till 31 August 2025, students can submit their entries for the competition by forming groups of two to four and submitting their innovative ideas or solutions on the Solve for Tomorrow 2025 website. Eligibility: Full-time students aged 12 to 18 years old, enrolled in a secondary school in Singapore, including: Secondary 1 to Secondary 5 students if they are enrolled in the following schools: --> Government schools (including autonomous schools) --> Government-aided schools (including autonomous schools) --> Independent schools --> Specialised independent schools (SIS) --> Specialised schools --> Special education (SPED) schools Secondary 1 to Secondary 4 students if they are enrolled in IP (Integrated Programme) secondary schools with 6-year IP programmes. Prizes The top three teams will receive the following prizes: First Prize Winning Team S$10,000 worth of Samsung products S$7,000 cash prize A trip to Samsung's headquarters and innovation facilities in South Korea Second Prize S$6,000 worth of Samsung products S$4,000 cash prize Third Prize S$3,000 worth of Samsung products S$2,000 cash prize For more information visit the Solve for Tomorrow 2025 website or reach out to the organising team at samsungsolvefortomorrow@
