Harasathon
The first hackathon to develop the security guarding sector in the Kingdom.
Over 72 hours, we face real challenges to create exceptional solutions. We bring together programmers, designers, and entrepreneurs to shape the future of security.
Date
Feb 5-7, 2026
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Why Participate in Harasathon?
Harasathon is an initiative by Al-Nassban Security Services (3S), a leading company in the security guarding sector in Saudi Arabia. With deep field experience and a true understanding of the sector's challenges, Al-Nassban is launching this hackathon to open the door for innovators and developers to contribute to shaping the future of security.
Challenges from the Field
Face real challenges from the reality of the security guarding sector's operations.
Guidance from Experts
Get guidance from a selection of experts in the security and technology fields.
From Idea to Prototype
72 hours to turn your idea into a viable prototype.
Prizes and Investment Opportunities
Compete for valuable cash prizes and promising investment opportunities.
Innovate with us
Be part of shaping the future of security
Every track is a challenge, and every challenge is an opportunity.
Two main tracks serving one goal: to innovate a stronger security shield to face real-world challenges.
Track 1: The Smart Guard
This track focuses on creating tech tools and solutions that enhance the capabilities of a security guard, enabling them to make quick and correct decisions in various work environments.
Challenges:
1. Understanding and Applying Security Procedures
Problem:
Difficulty in applying complex security and safety procedures in changing situations.
Challenge:
Innovate a system that helps the guard understand and apply the required procedures for each situation.
2. Threat Detection and Proactive Response
Problem:
Delays in detecting threats in large areas affect response speed.
Challenge:
Design a solution that enables the guard to detect threats and respond to them before the situation escalates.
Track 2: Crowd Management
This track focuses on using technology to organize crowd movement in major events, ensure rapid emergency response, and improve the visitor experience.
Challenges:
1. Visitor Experience and Security Protocols
Problem:
Conflict between security measures and visitor comfort in large crowd environments.
Challenge:
Innovate a solution that balances visitor experience with the effective application of security protocols.
2. Crowd Prediction and Emergency Response
Problem:
Crowds form quickly, and emergency response requires precision and speed.
Challenge:
Design a system that predicts congestion and helps manage emergencies and evacuations effectively.
72 Hours of Challenge and Innovation
An intensive journey of innovation, learning, and competition over three days. From idea to prototype.
Day 1
Feb 5Hackathon Kick-off
Challenge Launch
Guidance sessions and requirements briefing
Day 2
Feb 6Continued work on projects
Specialized workshops
Reviews with mentors
Day 3
Feb 7Final touches and final presentations
Project submission
Presentations
Closing ceremony and award distribution
Harasathon Prizes
2nd Place
1st Place
3rd Place
Success Partners
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We welcome anyone with a passion for technology and problem-solving, including programmers, designers, and entrepreneurs.
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