The “Judicial Intelligence Hackathon,” the first event of its kind organized by the Board of Grievances and exclusively sponsored by Elm Company, kicked off in Riyadh and will continue for two days. This ambitious event brings together more than 1,070 participants, including legal experts and technology developers, distributed across 260 teams, with a single goal: to shape the features of the “smart court” and develop the future of administrative litigation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
General context: A strategic step within Vision 2030
This hackathon is not an isolated event, but rather a pivotal step within the broader framework of the Kingdom's national transformation, embodied in Saudi Vision 2030. The Vision aims to build a thriving economy, a vibrant society, and an ambitious nation, and developing the justice and judicial sector is one of its most important pillars. The Kingdom seeks to completely modernize its legislative and procedural infrastructure by adopting the latest technologies to enhance efficiency and transparency, reduce litigation time, and improve the experience for beneficiaries, including citizens, residents, and investors.
The importance of the event and its expected impact
The significance of the “Judicial Intelligence Hackathon” lies in its unique platform that brings together legal and technical minds to address the real challenges in administrative justice. The first day of the event witnessed intensive discussions, with participating teams presenting their innovative ideas focused on using artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and machine learning techniques to automate procedures, facilitate access to justice, and support judicial decision-making. These solutions aim to revolutionize the way administrative courts operate, from the filing of a case to the issuance and enforcement of a judgment.
At the local level , the hackathon's outcomes are expected to expedite case processing, reduce the administrative burden on judges and staff, and provide integrated, 24/7 digital judicial services. This will not only enhance public trust in the judicial system but also ensure the efficient and effective delivery of justice.
Regionally and internationally , this event solidifies Saudi Arabia’s position as a leader in legal technology (LegalTech) in the Middle East. The Saudi judiciary’s adoption of these advanced technologies sends a powerful message to foreign investors about the existence of a modern and reliable legal environment capable of protecting their rights, thus enhancing the Kingdom’s attractiveness as a global investment destination. This approach also places the Kingdom among the leading nations that leverage technology to serve justice, setting a model for other countries in the region to emulate.
It is worth noting that the hackathon has seen record participation since registration opened last December, reflecting the great interest of specialists to contribute to this historic transformation, which ultimately aims to build a smart, fair, and sustainable judicial system.
