3rd International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI 2026)

The 3rd International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI 2026) will take place from August 2 to August 8, 2026, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. As the newest international science olympiad, IOAI brings together high school students from different countries to compete in challenges involving Artificial Intelligence, data science, and computational problem solving, fostering scientific exchange among young talents interested in emerging technologies.

The 2026 edition will be hosted by the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), a university located in Abu Dhabi dedicated to advancing research and education in Artificial Intelligence. The institution offers specialized programs in areas such as machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, promoting innovation and preparing future leaders in the field of AI.

Recognized for its modern infrastructure and international environment, Abu Dhabi will host the event in a setting that encourages global collaboration. The city is considered one of the safest in the world and is home to a highly diverse population, with more than 200 nationalities represented. In addition, its strategic location offers excellent international connectivity, with a large portion of the world reachable within a few hours of flight.

The Artificial Intelligence Institute of the National Laboratory for Scientific Computing (IIA-LNCC) supports Brazil’s participation in the olympiad, contributing to institutional coordination and to the preparation of the students selected to represent the country in the international competition.

The Brazilian team that will participate in IOAI 2026 will be defined through the selection process carried out by the National Artificial Intelligence Olympiad (ONIA), which identifies talented students across the country and contributes to the development of new generations of young researchers in Artificial Intelligence.

Brazil’s participation in IOAI reinforces LNCC’s commitment to promoting scientific education, research, and talent development in Artificial Intelligence, strengthening the country’s presence in the international landscape of scientific olympiads.