TLDR: Gulf Bank has officially opened registration for the fourth edition of its Datathon competition, scheduled for November 15, 2025, at the American University of Kuwait. The event aims to foster a data-driven culture and empower youth in data science and artificial intelligence, offering participants the chance to compete in Data Science, Generative AI, and Data Engineering tracks for cash prizes.
Gulf Bank has announced the opening of registration for the highly anticipated fourth edition of its Datathon competition, an initiative designed to cultivate a data-driven culture and empower young talent in the fields of data science and artificial intelligence. The competition is set to take place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the American University of Kuwait. Interested individuals aged 16 and above, including high school students, data enthusiasts, and the general public, are invited to register through the bank’s dedicated Datathon link.
Building on the success of previous years, this edition introduces three distinct competition tracks: the Data Science Track, focusing on analytical insights, predictive analytics, and data visualization; the Generative AI Track, which challenges participants to develop systems capable of generating text, images, and ideas; and the Data Engineering Track, dedicated to designing robust data pipelines and structures for real-time analytics and digital innovation.
Participants will not only vie for valuable cash prizes for the top three winners in each category but also benefit from free educational workshops led by Gulf Bank experts. These workshops aim to equip contestants with practical skills in analytics tools and data science techniques. A preparatory workshop is scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., also at the American University of Kuwait.
Dr. Haidar Al-Muhri, Manager of Data and Innovation at Gulf Bank, expressed his pride in the competition’s continuity, stating, “We are proud to continue organizing Gulf Bank’s Datathon for the fourth consecutive year, which has become a national platform uniting innovators in technology and data.”
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The registration deadline for the Datathon is 11:59 PM on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, with the team formation deadline set for 11:59 PM on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The event emphasizes a ‘win or learn’ philosophy, ensuring all participants gain valuable experience and networking opportunities within Kuwait’s burgeoning tech community. The Datathon is a collaborative effort with the American University of Kuwait and is powered by Coded.
