The 1st SMARTHON CUP
Smart City AI Challenge
// Empowering Youth Innovation • Shaping a Smart Future Together
Enhancing STEAM technology knowledge, broadening global horizons, and injecting endless youthful innovative thinking into world-class smart city visions.
Countdown to Competition Resource Release (Nov 6, 2026)
Dual-Track System
Dual-Track Participation System
To foster global youth tech exchange and cultural learning, this event features both Local Selection and Overseas Fast-Track pathways.
Qualifying Teams
- Must participate in the Preliminary Selection phase
- Submit Project Abstract, Architecture Diagram, and a 5-minute Demo Video online
- Top 10 teams reviewed by judges will advance to the Grand Finals
Overseas Invited Teams
- Exempt from Preliminary Round for streamlined entry
- Complete online registration and pass eligibility verification
- Directly qualify for the On-Site Grand Finals
Track Themes & Registration Requirement
🏙Smart City
🏠Smart Home
🌱Smart Garden
AI Application Tech Elements
🌐 AIoT Cloud Applications
📷 AI Computer Vision
🎙️ AI Voice Interaction
📊 AI Automated Analytics
Hardware Requirements
Participating teams must prepare the following equipment
micro:bit
The programmable main controller of your project, with built-in LED display, buttons and sensors.
IoT:bit
Wi-Fi expansion board for micro:bit. Connect sensors and actuators without soldering and send data to the internet.
Smarthon AIoT Kit
Sensors, LED modules, a servo, and various structural elements for building interactive AIoT and smart application projects.
AI Camera
The common camera module like kittenbot KOL and huskylens etc
AI Voice module
Adds voice control: recognise spoken commands and let your project respond to them.
Schedule & Timeline
Rules & Regulations
Categories & Fees
- Junior Division Ages 7 – 12
- Senior Division Ages 13 – 18
- Entry Fee SGD$50 / team
Team & Originality Rules
- ➢Team Composition: 1 Mentor + 2–4 Students
- ➢Implementation: Must be built by students
- ➢Declaration: Must be original; plagiarism is strictly prohibited
Preliminary Submissions
- ➢Abstract: Within 500 words
- ➢Diagrams: Concept & System Architecture diagrams
- ➢Video: 5-minute demonstration video
- ★ Top 10 teams selected to advance to the Grand Finals
Finals & Hardware Specs
- ➢Dimensions: Base ≤ A2 size, Height ≤ 500mm
- ➢Core Chip: micro:bit + IoT:bit (ESP32)
- ➢Enclosure Materials: Any (3D printing, wood, building blocks, etc.)
- ➢On-site Presentation: 7-min demo + 2-5 min Q&A
Evaluation Matrix
Rigorously Objective Professional Standards
The judging panel is composed of renowned STEM education experts, university professors, and senior Smarthon AIoT architects from Singapore and Hong Kong, comprehensively evaluating students' innovation and technical execution.
Fair & Engaging
Participating teams will be evaluated independently according to their divisions (Primary / Secondary)
Awards & Recognition
Top Honors
Special Recognition Awards
Grand Finals Venue
HK Tech 300
📍 8/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Hong Kong
Apr 14, 2027
Global Timeline
Registration Opens
School representatives complete the online application to verify eligibility.
Sep 21, 2026
Singapore Regional Grand Final
Live presentation and project evaluation for shortlisted teams in Singapore.
April 14, 2027
Hong Kong Regional Grand Final
Live presentation and project evaluation for shortlisted teams in Hong Kong.
May, 2027
Mainland China Regional Grand Final
Live presentation and project evaluation for shortlisted teams in Mainland China.
Mar 08, 2027
Grand Finals & Ceremony
Representative teams gather for live demonstrations and the award ceremony.
Jul 14, 2027