The World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) has opened applications for the 2026 WAICF Awards, a global competition celebrating groundbreaking innovations in artificial intelligence.
Focus
The awards spotlight forward-thinking AI projects with the potential to transform society, industry or everyday life. Judges will assess entries based on originality, innovation and measurable positive impact.
All submissions must have reached at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage—demonstrating that the concept is not only promising but already active in real-world use.
Benefits
Winners receive the official WAICF Awards Trophy, along with global visibility through PR support and online promotion. They also gain increased exposure within the international AI ecosystem.
Each award recipient will receive a full pass to the 2026 World AI Cannes Festival, offering access to top-level discussions, exhibitions and networking opportunities.
Eligibility
Ideal applicants include startups, developers and innovators who:
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Have an AI project at the MVP stage.
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Demonstrate strong originality and innovation.
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Show a clear positive impact on society or industry.
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Are prepared to present and defend their project before an expert jury.
The competition is open to both emerging teams and established innovators building transformative AI solutions.
Requirements
Applicants must submit a complete proposal detailing the project’s purpose, innovation strength, impact potential and MVP readiness.
Supporting materials should demonstrate how the solution works in practice. Clear descriptions of use cases, target users and expected outcomes will strengthen the submission.
Deadline
Submission of proposals is due on December 19, 2025. Visit the WAICF website to apply.
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