UN Tourism launches Artificial Intelligence Challenge

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UN Tourism has launched Global Artificial Intelligence Challenge. The Global Artificial Intelligence Challenge will support projects that are leveraging digital technologies to enhance tourism, promote sustainability, and drive economic growth.
Participants are encouraged to address digital transformation, sustainability, inclusivity, and digital governance across key areas, including branding and marketing; smart destinations and deep technologies; scalable education solutions; and efficiency in operations.
Through these categories, the initiative seeks to foster innovation that elevates destination appeal, optimizes resource management, and creates intelligent, impactful tourism experiences.
This Challenge is a unique opportunity for creative minds to contribute to the sustainable and inclusive growth of the tourism sector , according to a release issued by UN Tourism.
The Challenge is open to individuals, teams, and companies from across the globe. Applicants must submit a detailed proposal outlining their innovative solution, its potential impact on the tourism sector, and a plan for implementation.
Proposals will be evaluated based on creativity, feasibility, and scalability. Candidates can apply until 31 March of 2025. Finalists will have the opportunity to present their pitches at the UN Tourism Demo Day: the UN Tourism Tech Adventures, by the end of 2025.
UN Tourism has launched 32 startup innovation Challenges and Competitions, covering over 150 countries around the world since 2018.
30 December 2024 Photo : UN Tourism