Advancing in Solve for Tomorrow STEM Competition Samsung Malaysia Unveils Top 10 Young Innovator Teams

Semi-finalists will continue their innovation journey by developing prototypes and competing for prizes worth RM47,000 in Samsung products.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Spotlighting the next generation of innovators applying STEM, design thinking and technology to improve lives in their communities, Samsung Malaysia, in collaboration with Universiti Malaya, today announced the Top 10 semi-finalist teams advancing in the eighth edition of Solve for Tomorrow 2026.

Selected from participants across Malaysia based on the originality, feasibility and impact of their submissions, the Top 10 teams will now take their ideas to the next level by refining their concepts, developing prototypes and competing for a place in the Grand Finale.

This year’s submissions showcased the passion and ingenuity of young Malaysians, with participants presenting solutions across four key themes:

Following a rigorous evaluation process, a panel of judges from Universiti Malaya selected the top 10 teams whose ideas demonstrated creativity, practicality and the potential to create meaningful impact.

“At Samsung, we believe innovation begins with the confidence to take the first step,” said Agnes Wong, Head of Corporate Marketing, Samsung Malaysia Electronics. “The ideas we have seen this year reflect not only creativity, but a strong sense of purpose among young Malaysians to solve real challenges. Through Solve for Tomorrow, we are proud to nurture this spirit and support the next generation of changemakers.”

Meet the Top 10 Semi-Finalist Teams (in no particular order), each recognised for the potential impact of their ideas. Representing schools from across Malaysia, these teams will continue to develop their solutions with guidance from Samsung Malaysia and Universiti Malaya mentors.

The Top 10 teams will now take the next step in their Solve for Tomorrow journey, working closely with their mentors to enhance their ideas, develop working prototypes and strengthen their innovation capabilities. Participants will also take part in a Design Thinking Workshop designed to equip them with valuable skills in creative problem-solving, collaboration and solution development as they prepare for the next stage of the competition.

Their journey will culminate at the Grand Finale, where they will pitch their innovations to a distinguished panel of judges for the opportunity to win Samsung products worth up to a total of RM114,000.

Through Solve for Tomorrow, Samsung Malaysia continues to empower young innovators with the skills, mentorship and opportunities to turn bold ideas into meaningful impact.

For more information on Solve for Tomorrow, please visit – https://www.samsung.com/my/solvefortomorrow/

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