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Crowdsourcing AI and Machine Learning solutions for SDGs

7 Incentives

7.1 Prizes

Since 2020, the ITU AI/ML Challenges have provided numerous incentives to participants
and hosts of problem statements, fostering innovation and collaboration in AI/ML. Through
generous sponsorships, the challenges have disbursed over 127,731 CHF in prize money to
the winners of various competitions. This financial reward recognizes and encourages the
development of cutting-edge solutions to complex problems.

7.2 Certificates

In addition to monetary prizes, participants have received certificates acknowledging their
contributions and participation in the challenges. These certificates not only serve as a formal
recognition of their efforts but also enhance their professional credentials, opening up further
opportunities in the field of AI/ML. Through these incentives, the ITU AI/ML Challenges
continue to attract talented individuals and teams from around the world, driving progress
and excellence in the application of AI/ML technologies. The top three teams selected will be
recognized and certificates of appreciation shall be presented below:
• 1st prize winning team: "Gold"
• 2nd prize winning team: "Silver"
• 3rd prize winning team: "Bronze"

Additional prizes and letters of appreciation may be awarded on a per-topic basis at the
discretion of the judges during the event.

Furthermore, hosts of problem statements have offered additional incentives to participants.
For instance, TTC in Japan has awarded monetary prizes and trophies to recognize exceptional
contributions. The GNN challenge has provided winners the opportunity to present their work
at prestigious conferences, giving them a platform to showcase their innovations to a broader
audience.

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