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FIRST Global Challenge robotics competition opens in Incheon

FIRST Global Challenge robotics competition wildfire prevention STEM education youth innovation

The 2026 FIRST Global Challenge, an international youth robotics competition, is being held at Songdo Convensia in Incheon, South Korea. Organized by the US-based non-profit FIRST Global, the event brings together approximately 186 teams representing 185 countries. The competition features students aged 14 to 18 who design and build robots to address global issues.

This year’s theme, ‘Igniting Innovation’, focuses on wildfire prevention and recovery. Participants use their custom-built robots to complete missions simulating various stages of wildfire management. The event is expected to draw around 4,500 attendees, including competitors, mentors, and spectators.

LG Electronics is a major sponsor of the event, using the platform to showcase its robotics vision and physical AI technology. The company is hosting an exhibition booth featuring its humanoid robot, LG CLOiD, to engage with the young innovators. The competition marks the first time the event has been hosted in South Korea.

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Dean Kamen · FIRST Global · Incheon · LG CLOiD · LG Electronics · Park Chan-dae · Songdo Convensia

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[● 3 SOURCES] The 2026 FIRST Global Challenge is being held at Songdo Convensia in Incheon from October 7 to 10. www.bjynews.com · cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 2 SOURCES] This is the first time the event is being held in South Korea. cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 2 SOURCES] Participants are aged between 14 and 18 years old. cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 3 SOURCES] The competition is organized by the U.S.-based non-profit organization FIRST Global. www.bjynews.com · cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 3 SOURCES] The competition features 186 teams from 185 countries. www.bjynews.com · cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 3 SOURCES] The official theme for this year's competition is wildfire. www.bjynews.com · cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 3 SOURCES] The event includes cultural tours of Ganghwa Island and Incheon Smart City. www.bjynews.com · cunews.net · womannews.net
[● 3 SOURCES] Approximately 4,500 people, including participants, mentors, and spectators, are expected to attend. www.bjynews.com · cunews.net · womannews.net