We're hosting Hackathon to unlock bold ideas
At QIC digital hub, we are making insurance simple and part of everyday life by building an ecosystem around what mattes most. From cars and travel to health and daily needs — this is your chance to shape the future of insurance with us
Who Can Join?
The hackathon is open to students and recent graduates (within 2 years). Teams of 3–5; solo participants can find teammates in our Discord. No insurance background needed — just bring your skills and creativity.
What You’ll Be Working On
This year’s hackathon is all about AI — making insurance smarter, more human, and more engaging. Join us to build digital platforms that bring real value to people in Qatar
Gamify the multi-client experience in QIC AppTurn QIC
Design and prototype an AI-powered gamified feature that improves customer journeys, drives engagement, and builds retention
Turn QIC Ecosystem into your lifestyle co-pilot
Create a digital city service for Doha that integrates into everyday life, helping residents and visitors manage their needs seamlessly
Projects will be judged based on innovation, usability, technical execution, and relevance to the MENA digital landscape
What You’ll Be Working On
Participants will pick one of the following challenge tracks:
Innovating Customer Journeys: AI and Gamification in the SuperApp
The challenge will be to design and prototype an AI-powered gamified feature for the QIC SuperApp that enhances customer journeys, drives engagement, and strengthens retention
Transforming QIC City into Your Lifestyle Co-Pilot
Сreate a digital city service for Doha that integrates into everyday life, helping residents and visitors seamlessly manage their needs
Each project will be judged based on innovation, usability, technical execution, and relevance to the MENA digital landscape.
Over QAR 30,000 in Prizes
Cash Awards
QAR 30,000 split among the top 3 most innovative, user-focused solutions
Career Opportunities
Fast-track internship and job interviews at QIC digital hub. Winning teams get priority access to our opportunities
Hackathon Timeline
Hybrid format: all sessions online, Grand Finale will take place in Doha (offline)
Online Registration & Team Matching
Sign up, fill in your role and interests, and form a team or join one through Discord
Problem Deep Dive
Kick off the hackathon with live sessions introducing challenge tracks, tools, and business context from QIC. Gain practical knowledge of insurance products and user challenges.
Hackathon Days (Online)
Teams work intensively on research, design, prototyping, and testing — with mentors available for guidance throughout the week.
Midpoint Video Presentations & Task Validation
All teams submit their results and deliver short video presentations. The jury reviews progress, provides feedback, and selects the finalists who will advance to the Grand Finale.
Final Preparation for Selected Teams
Finalist teams refine their prototypes, polish UX, and prepare final demos with mentor support.
Grand Finale: Demos & Awards Ceremony (Offline in Doha)
Top teams pitch live to the jury, showcase their solutions, and compete for prizes and career opportunities.
Meet Our Mentors & Judges
Get feedback and support from industry leaders across design, product, engineering, and insurance. Mentors will guide teams throughout the event. Final projects will be evaluated by a panel of experts including:
Alibek Tnaliyev
Head of QIC digital hub, Senior VP BizDev MENA Region, QIC Group
Nasser Al-Mohannadi
Head of Department, Corporate Retail & Motor Claims, QIC Group
Artur Zotov
VP Strategy & Growth, QIC Group
Alfred Tiutin
Head of Product Development, QIC digital hub
Sabit Shudanov
Head of PMO, QIC digital hub
Ruslan Sarvarov
Head of People, Culture & Talent Acquisition, QIC digital hub
Azizbek Abdrakhimov
AI & Data Manager, QIC digital hub
Arina Petrenko
Insurance Product Owner, QIC digital hub
Nikita Trishin
Product Owner, QIC digital hub
Irina Reus
Product Manager, QIC digital hub
Dana Sembayeva
Data Analytics Team Lead, QIC digital hub
Anton Gubarev-Pentin
Lead Product Designer, QIC digital hub
Rustam Kulpeisov
Business Stream Owner, QIC digital hub
How to join the Hackathon
Participation is free — all you need is a laptop and problem-solving mindset
Form a Team
Register with friends or find teammates via our Discord
Sign Up
Apply before October 25
Stay Connected
Follow updates on Discord and get ready to hack!
Team Registration — Doha Hackathon 2025
Learn more about the Terms and Conditions
Submissions are now closed. Thank you to everyone who registered -we’re excited to see you at the Doha Hackathon 2025!
Frequently Asked Questions
University students and recent graduates (up to 2 years after graduation). Teams of 3–5 people are welcome. If you don’t have a team, you can find one through our Discord channel — we’ll help match you.
Yes, you need to register as a team.
Yes, you can join online, but we strongly recommend attending the offline finale in Doha.
Participation is free.
Absolutely! You don’t need prior knowledge of insurance to join. The first days of the hackathon will be dedicated to immersive sessions on QIC’s business and products, where you’ll gain practical knowledge directly from experts. Mentors will guide you along the way — your role is to bring fresh ideas, creativity, and digital skills to the team.
Join our official Discord channel — there’s a dedicated space for team matching. You can introduce yourself, share your skills, and connect with others who are also looking for teammates.
Teams should have 3–5 participants.
Build a balanced team. Designers to shape the experience, product managers to define the vision, marketing specialists to bring user focus, developers to build fast, and AI engineer to power innovation.
Not for everyone. Coding skills are useful, but this year’s themes are focused more on user experience and innovative ideas, so non-technical roles are equally important.
Your laptop, charger, and any tools you need to demo your project. We’ll provide workspace, Wi-Fi, food, and coffee.
Yes. We’ve partnered with several universities in Doha to provide spaces where teams can meet, collaborate, and work on their projects together.
Judging criteria will be announced in the official document shared before the hackathon.
There are no restrictions, but the focus is on how you apply AI in your solution.
Cash prizes for the top 3 teams, plus opportunities to join QIC digital hub as an intern or in a junior role.
Yes. Experienced mentors will support participants during the hackathon — helping with ideas, product design, development, and presentation preparation.
All updates and team-matching opportunities will be shared in our Discord channel. Make sure to join after registering.
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