Connect with the IEEE CTU Challenge Winners!
Welcome to the 2025 IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Winners Summit, a virtual event dedicated to bridging the global digital divide. This summit is an exclusive, two-day program (scheduled for December 15-16, 2025) where you will have the unique opportunity to meet and learn directly from the innovators who were awarded prizes in the annual IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge.
The agenda will feature live presentations and Q&A sessions with the winners across the Technology Applications, Business Models, and Community Enablement categories, offering deep dives into their groundbreaking, early-stage projects. This is a chance to gain firsthand insights into scalable and sustainable solutions, understand the technical and community-focused strategies that earned them recognition, and network with a global audience of thought leaders, industry experts, and fellow enthusiasts committed to universal connectivity.
You won't want to miss the live round table discussions featuring the Challenge winners, key program sponsors, and dedicated supporters of the IEEE CTU program. These interactive sessions are designed to move beyond the technical specifications, offering attendees a unique opportunity to connect with people who are driving change. During these discussions, you will not only learn the intricacies of how their winning technology successfully connects communities to the digital world, but you will also discover the human stories, partnerships, and strategies that allow them to connect with people on the ground—fostering trust, ensuring sustainability, and building lasting social impact. These round tables are an unparalleled chance to engage directly with the entire CTU ecosystem, pose your questions, and find out how you can become involved in scaling these transformative solutions.
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2025 CTU Winners Summit

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