Samsung Hosts European Solve for Tomorrow Winners in Korea to Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is proud to announce the successful visit of 12 winners of the first ever Samsung Solve for Tomorrow European Competition 2025 to Korea.

The five teams were declared winners from a group of ten European finalists during the competition, in Milan, in October 2025.

The students were invited to experience Samsung’s innovation ecosystem first hand while immersing themselves in Korean culture.

During the three-day trip in June, the students visited Samsung Innovation Museum at the Samsung Digital City in Suwon, and the Samsung R&D Campus in Umyeon, where they had a mentorship session with Mauro Porcini, Chief Design Officer of Samsung Electronics, discussing ways to further develop and refine their ground-breaking ideas.

The winning teams showcased innovative solutions addressing critical societal challenges, such as:

• CuraStep, UK: A smart IoT biometric shoe designed to empower diabetic patients and individuals with foot ulcers, preventing complications and promoting active lifestyles.
• SkillNETIC, Germany: An AI-powered platform revolutionising physical education by focusing on individual progress and self-development rather than grades.
• Liova, France: An eco-designed power bank utilising components recovered from old electronic devices, championing a circular economy and sustainable energy solutions.
• Valery, Hungary: A comprehensive educational platform addressing gaps in female hormonal health education, empowering individuals with knowledge on conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
• VisionNex, Czech Republic: Affordable smart glasses leveraging AI to translate visual scenes into spoken descriptions, enhancing the daily lives of visually impaired individuals.

Beyond their visits to Samsung’s innovation hubs, the students explored Seoul’s iconic landmarks, gaining a deeper understanding of Korean culture, cuisine, design, and technology.

Solve for Tomorrow is Samsung’s global problem-solving platform that supports young people in developing innovative STEM-based solutions to address local and global challenges.

“Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is more than a competition; it’s a platform to inspire young minds to tackle real-world challenges with creativity and innovation,” said Jihyun Yoon, Global CSR Part Leader, Samsung Electronics.

“We are thrilled to have hosted these exceptional students in Korea, where they experienced first-hand the spirit of innovation that drives Samsung’s mission.”

Raye Ryong Woon and Sarah Xie from UK’s Team CuraStep said of the experience: “This has truly been an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! We feel so privileged to come to Korea and Samsung Digital City to witness how innovation is turned into products, and how as part of it, students like us, are encouraged to also use technology to solve real world problems. Our favourite part of the trip has to be the opportunity to learn from Samsung mentors, listen to inspiring stories and the delicious Korean food!”

Annalyz Fraser, Senior CSR & Sustainability Manager Europe Office, also commented on the trip: “At Samsung, we are committed to fostering global innovation and inspiring the next generation of leaders. We are thrilled to host for the first time ever, students and managers from Europe, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to tech-for-good initiatives. This visit is an opportunity to showcase our cutting-edge technology, share insights into our corporate culture, and highlight the importance of innovation in driving positive societal change. We hope this experience will not only inspire them but also strengthen the global collaboration in creating a better future for all.”

For more information on Solve for Tomorrow, visit: https://csr.samsung.com/en/program/samsung-solve-for-tomorrow.