HT Media to Close Tech4Good Awards Entries October 25
The annual competition recognizes AI projects creating social impact across Asia.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence
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HT Media has opened submissions for the third edition of its Tech4Good Awards, which invites entries until the deadline on October 25, 2026. Sri Lanka has joined the list of eligible countries for this year's program, which highlights innovative AI solutions for social problems.
Why it matters
The awards aim to identify and spotlight AI projects that solve real social problems and demonstrate measurable impact. By expanding eligibility, organizers hope to broaden the reach of responsible AI development across the Asian market.
Entries for the eight categories and two special recognitions are scored on a scale of 1 to 10 across impact, scale, innovation, presentation, and technology usage. Each category awards one Gold and one Silver winner.
The players
HT Media
This Indian mass media company organizes the Tech4Good Awards and publishes content related to technology and business.
Salesforce
This global cloud-based software company is collaborating to publish the 2026 AI Tech4Good Impact Report.
The details
Two new categories introduced for 2026 are Best Use of Agentic AI for Social Good and Best Use of AI for Responsible Leadership. A jury comprised of industry experts, government representatives, and ASEAN members evaluates all submissions.
Timeline
September 25, 2026: The third edition of the awards opened for applications.
October 25, 2026: The application period for all entries closes.
November 13, 2026: The awards night and summit are scheduled to take place.
The Tech Race
The transition toward integrating agentic AI into social initiatives reflects the broader industry push to move beyond theoretical research into practical, responsible implementation. This evolution positions the awards as a key indicator of how regional tech sectors are addressing the governance and ethics of AI.
Participants can showcase their technological innovations to a jury of industry experts and government representatives. Winners receive recognition for their contributions to solving social problems using advanced AI tools.
The takeaway
Organizations looking to participate must ensure their projects are submitted by the October 25, 2026 deadline to be considered by the jury. This competition serves as a significant opportunity for developers to gain visibility for AI-driven solutions that address real-world social challenges.
What happens next
The awards night and summit are scheduled for November 13, 2026, where winners will be announced.
Further reading
Learn more about emerging trends in the Artificial Intelligence sector.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Hindustan Times.
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