Call for 2025 WIC Awards for Pioneering Sci & Tech

The World Internet Conference Awards for Pioneering Science and Technology (WIC Awards) are international technology awards in the internet sector. The awards aim to recognize the most pioneering global internet technological achievements of the year and advocating for international exchange and cooperation in internet technologies. 

Each year, an international panel of authoritative experts selects 15 to 20 award-winning projects, which will be officially released at the WIC Wuzhen Summit, and around 60 shortlisted achievements will be featured in the Charm of Science and Technology collection. The solicitation for 2025 WIC Awards is now open.

Multiple Opportunities

Check what you can get here!

For Award-Winning Projects
15-20 Selected

1. Invitation to the WIC Wuzhen Summit: Present your project at the award ceremony.

2. Extensive Media Exposure: Gain worldwide exposure through media coverage, including CCTV-2 live broadcast and multilingual reports.

3. Global Networking: Direct engagement with global leading figures from governments, enterprises, academia, and research institutions.

4. Museum Exhibition: Exhibited at the Wuzhen World Internet Science and Technology Museum.

5. Collection: Inclusion in the annual Charm of Science and Technology collection.

For Shortlisted Achievements
Approx. 60

1. Wuzhen Summit Participation: Online participation in the WIC Wuzhen Summit, with the opportunity of in-person attendance.

2. Collection: Inclusion in the annual Charm of Science and Technology collection.

Scan the QR code to viewprevious shortlisted achievements↓↓↓

2025 Briefing on WIC Awards（Beijing）

Looking to seize these opportunities and gain in-depth insights into the WIC Awards? Join the World Internet Conference 2025 Briefing on WIC Awards（Beijing）on March 25, 2025 (15:00-17:00) at China National Convention Center Phase II, Chaoyang District, Beijing! We will provide a detailed introduction to the WIC Awards, outline the 2025 work plan, and invite representatives from previous award-winning projects to share their application experiences during the event.
Seats are limited, so scan the QR code to register now!

Submission Guide

Achievements Categories

You can submit your achievements in the following three categories: Basic Research, Key Technology, and Engineering R&D.
Please visit the website: https://awards.wicinternet.org/en  for specific information on the categories and related submission requirements.

Critical Dates

Apply before: 18 June 2025, 24:00 (Beijing Time)
Portal: https://awards.wicinternet.org/en
Note: The online platform is the only channel for the submission.

Timeline

Phase 1: Global Call for Submissions
Now - June 2025
Submit bilingual (Chinese-English) materials via the online portal.

Phase 2: Experts Review
July 2025- August 2025
A panel of internationally renowned experts will select approximately 60 achievements, including 15–20 award-winning projects.

Phase 3: Preparation for Award Ceremony
August 2025 – Before the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit
Work with professional teams to prepare for on-site presentations at the WIC Wuzhen Summit.

Phase 4: Global Announcement
2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit
Award-winning projects will be officially released during the WIC Wuzhen Summit and broadcast via global live stream. 

Consultation
Ms. Zhao
+86-15011376251
SciTec@wicinternet.org