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7/22/25, 2:11 PM Khalifa Fund honors the winners of the Venturist Summer Camp competition for gaming development
The third day focused on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and programming, offering participants hands-on experience in
large language models (LLMs) and LUA coding language. On the fourth day, the focus was on providing final inspiration, during
which participants explored professional game designs to spark creative ideas. The camp concluded with the presentation of
refined games, providing a dynamic platform to showcase projects, strengthen a culture of teamwork and develop entrepreneurial
thinking, all under the guidance of experienced industry professionals.

On the final day, the camp selected winning teams. First place was jointly awarded to Sara Abuhalqia and Mahra Alsalami (Pearl of
the Damned) and Mohammed Rayn Ahmed and Hamad Alshemeili (Pick your Poison). The second position was shared by Hamad
AlKatheeri (Echo Rift) and Khalid Alhammadi and Abdelaziz Yousif (Sands of Unity). Third place was won by Alyazia Alshamsi,
Aljoori Amer Almansoori, Aldana Eisa Alkaabi and Meera Abdullah (Kingdom Valley).

Her Excellency Mouza Al Nasri, CEO of the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, said: “At Khalifa Fund, we believe in the
significant role of children and youth in driving national development and shaping the future by equipping them with advanced tools
and technologies and foster their creative skills. The Venturist Summer Camp reflects our strategic vision, providing participants a
comprehensive ecosystem with advanced tools to refine their innovative skills, promote an entrepreneurial culture and take their
initial step towards promising careers in programming and game development fields, which hold a pivotal position in the current
economic landscape. On this occasion, we congratulate all the winning teams on their achievement and wish them success in their
future endeavours in programming and game development. We extend our appreciation to all participants for their ambition and
creativity.”

Since its launch in 2022, the Venturist Summer Camp has attracted over 750 Emirati students through its diverse training
programs.

About Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development:

The Khalifa Fund is an independent, non-profit organisation affiliated with Abu Dhabi Government. Its mission is to nurture the
culture of entrepreneurship, promote innovation, and offer support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the UAE
through a balanced ecosystem.

Founded in 2007 in accordance with Law No. 14 of 2005 and its amendments, the Fund was established to align with the vision of
the late Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, former President of the United Arab Emirates.

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