In a pioneering step aimed at integrating emerging technologies into the justice system, the Board of Grievances announced the opening of registration for the “Judicial Intelligence” hackathon, the first event of its kind that seeks to attract creative minds to develop sustainable solutions based on artificial intelligence to raise the efficiency of judicial work.
The context of digital transformation in Saudi justice
This announcement comes as an extension of the digital transformation journey underway in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030. The judicial system has made significant strides in automating procedures. The Board of Grievances no longer operates using traditional methods; rather, through these initiatives, it seeks to transition from the "digitalization" phase to the "artificial intelligence" phase, aiming to reduce reliance on human effort in routine tasks and expedite the litigation process to ensure swift justice.
Registration details and schedule
The Board of Grievances has set the timeline for the hackathon, with registration beginning on Sunday, December 28, 2025, and continuing until January 20, 2026. This initiative aims to attract talented professionals, technical experts, and university students to compete in presenting ideas that serve the administrative justice sector.
Competition paths and challenges
The hackathon is based on two main tracks that have been carefully designed to cover the areas most in need of development:
- The first track (artificial intelligence): focuses on developing solutions to reduce procedural violations and decrease the number of lawsuit registration requests by classifying them automatically, which contributes to easing the operational burden on the courts.
- The second track (digital innovation): aims to improve the beneficiary experience, specifically by simplifying the procedures for filing lawsuits, and creating assistive tools to enable people with disabilities and the elderly to access judicial services easily and conveniently.
Participation requirements and admission criteria
The Diwan stipulated that participation must be through teams of 3 to 5 members, led by a Saudi citizen or faculty member, and that participants must be at least 18 years old. A preliminary proposal demonstrating the feasibility of the idea, both practically and legally, must also be submitted, emphasizing innovation and sustainability.
Expected impact: Towards a smart administrative judiciary
The outcomes of this hackathon are expected to contribute to a qualitative leap in the operational mechanisms of the Board of Grievances. The use of artificial intelligence in the judiciary is not limited to speed; it extends to enhancing the accuracy of rulings and reducing human error. Furthermore, engaging the technology community in developing judicial solutions strengthens the principles of transparency and participation, and supports the investment environment in the Kingdom through the existence of a sophisticated and efficient administrative judicial system.
The qualifying teams are scheduled to be announced on January 23, 2026, with project discussion sessions to be held on the 28th of the same month, in a step that confirms the Board of Grievances’ determination to adopt the best global practices in the field of digital litigation.
