The ‘Safe AI Cup’ (formerly STOGOCOMP) is an open competition designed for students aged 11 to 25 years. It challenges you to showcase your skills in AI, Robotics, and STEAM by becoming problem solvers and innovators.
The 2026 edition focuses on Generative AI across multiple tracks, including our newly launched University Track, encouraging students to move beyond theory and build functional solutions that transform education and industry.
Transform theoretical understanding into practical, real-world AI solutions.
Apply Knowledge
Address real educational problems using innovative AI and technology approaches.
Tackle Challenges
Build robust AI skills and unleash your creativity through hands-on projects.
Realize Passion
2026 Challenge
Generative AI in Education
Students will use their understanding of Artificial Intelligence—specifically Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI—to provide hands-on, effective solutions for improving teaching and learning in school communities.
Categories
Age Classifications
Teams of 3-5 students. All members must be in the same age category.
Focusing on complex technical execution and advanced ethical considerations.
Teens (15 to 18 years old)
Focusing on creative problem-solving and basic application of AI principles.
Tweens (11 to 14 years old)
School Track
Focusing on high-level AI integration, scalable real-world applications, and ethical frameworks for educational innovation and digital transformation.
(18 to 25 years old)
University Track
Official Timeline
Journey to the Award Ceremony
Key dates and milestones for Safe AI Cup 2026
10 Jan – 30 Apr, 2026
Registration Phase & Submissions Phase
Registration and project submission are open.
6 Mar, 2026 15 Apr, 2026
Orientation Sessions
Webinars for registered participants.
1 May – 10 May, 2026
Evaluation Phase
Preliminary screening for selection of top 20 teams.
20 May, 2026
Live Judging Day
Finalist pitches & Jury evaluation.
3 June, 2026
Exhibition & Award Ceremony
University of Dubai Campus
Evaluation
How You Will Be Judged
Uniqueness of the GenAI solution.
25%
Innovation
Technical execution and functionality.
25%
Application
Imaginative use of tools.
20%
Creativity
Ethical design and bias mitigation.
20%
Sustainability
Clarity and persuasion.
10%
Presentation
Partners
Partners and Organizers
Organizers
Strategic Partners
Gold Partner
Hosting Partner
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Leadership
Meet Our Team
Dr. Abdulla Mohamed Al Mehyas
Chairman
eSafe
Dr. Saeed Khalfan Al Dhaheri
President
RAS
Eng. Tarek Salah Eldin
CEO
GIE
Mohamed Jumaa Al Jneibi
Board Member
eSafe
Eng. Omar Mohamed
Manager
RAS
Sanjana Bhardwaj
Founder, Safe AI Cup
Senior Advisor, eSafe
Ready to Engineer
the Future?
Join the UAE’s premier AI competition for students. Showcase your innovation, creativity, and technical skills to shape the future of education.