Tenders

The European Innovation Ecosystems work programme aims to create and expand more connected, inclusive, and efficient innovation ecosystems that support the scaling of companies and spur innovation.
Deep tech innovations, emerging from a growing cohort of innovative startups in the EU, have the potential to deliver transformative solutions in the face of global challenges, but much of the knowledge produced by researchers working in Europe remains unexploited. A key reason behind this failure is the fact that researchers in Europe are less well integrated into networks of universities, start-ups, large companies and venture capitalists, which account for a large share of successful commercialisations in high-tech sectors. Strengthening the networks, providing them with the infrastructure and resources they need, is a crucial step to putting research and innovation at the heart of the EU economy.
The work programme contains actions under two destinations: CONNECT and INNOVSMES.
The actions under the CONNECT destination focus on building interconnected and inclusive innovation ecosystems across the EU. Drawing on the existing strengths of national, regional and local ecosystems and encouraging the involvement of all actors and territories, this destination aims to reinforce network connectivity for sustainable business growth and to define and achieve ambitious collective goals for the benefit of society, including green, digital, and social transitions. It supports the flagship actions on accelerating and strengthening innovation in European Innovation Ecosystems across the EU and addressing the innovation divide, funding for deep tech scale-ups and enabling deep tech innovation through experimentation spaces and public procurement under the New European Innovation Agenda. The action under the INNOVSMES destination will support the European Partnership on Innovative Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), which will help innovative SMEs to increase their research and innovation (R&I) capacity and productivity and successfully embed in global value chains and access new markets. Details of the calls within each destination are given below. Closing date is 19 June 2025 for the €108m INNOVSMES call “European Partnership on Innovative SMEs”: the CONNECT calls have closing dates of 15 October 2025 or 20 January 2026.
An online info day was held on 3 June, 10am-12:30pm CEST (9am-11:30am UK time) which includes the two CONNECT calls closing on 15 Oct 2025: watch the recording on YouTube and download the slides. Further information can be found at the European Innovation Ecosystems website.
UK organisations and businesses can apply for Horizon Europe funding, working as part of a three-country consortium with at least one member from within the EU (see “Who can apply?” below). If you are interested in one of the calls and would like to find a collaboration partner, contact Innovate UK Business Connect’s European Programmes team.
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In line with Horizon Europe, all the actions supported by this call are open to actors from EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
Unless otherwise provided for in the specific call/topic conditions, only legal entities forming a consortium are eligible to participate in Horizon Europe actions provided that the consortium includes, as beneficiaries, three legal entities independent from each other and each established in a different country as follows:
at least one independent legal entity established in a Member State; and at least two other independent legal entities, each established in different Member States or Associated Countries (this includes the UK). Our European team can help you find eligible partners to form a consortium.
There may be further eligibility conditions for specific topics. Please check the Work Programme and contact our team to ensure your eligibility before applying.
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Single-stage calls closing 15 Oct 2025:
Preparatory action for setting up joint programmes among innovation ecosystems actors – €5m total budget, c.€1m per project Implementing co-funded action plans for connected regional innovation valleys – €35m total budget, c.€5-8m per project Implementing co-funded action plans for connected regional innovation valleys in widening countries – €24m total budget, c.€5-8m per project (this is part of the WIDERA call but is also being promoted through EIE) Single-stage calls opening Sep 2025, closing date 20 Jan 2026:
European network of national competence centers for innovation procurement – c.€4.5m for a single project Expanding Investment Ecosystems – €5m total budget, c.€1m per project Scaling up deep tech ecosystems – c.€5m for a single project { const el = $refs['accordion3']; const top = el.getBoundingClientRect().top + window.pageYOffset - 80; // adjust offset window.scrollTo({ top, behavior: 'smooth' }); }); } else { selected = null; } "> INNOVSMES - Partnership on Innovative SMEs - now closed
European Partnership on Innovative SMEs – €108m over 3 years for a single project. The deadline to apply for this call was 19 June 2025.
Read the Horizon Europe 2025 work programmes
If you have formed a consortium and are ready to begin your application, apply for the open calls at the EU Funding & Tenders Portal via the links below:
Preparatory action for setting up joint programmes among innovation ecosystems actors
Implementing co-funded action plans for connected regional innovation valleys
Implementing co-funded action plans for connected regional innovation valleys in widening countries

What is BostonHacks?
BostonHacks is a 24-hour event where students from different backgrounds gather together to use technology to create cool projects. Come to BostonHacks to expand your knowledge and skills, make new friends, win prizes, and network with recruiters from our corporate sponsors!
Applications open soon so head to our website to get notified when they come out!
Questions? Ask an organizer or reach out to contact@bostonhacks.org!
Requirements
What to Build
TBD
What to Submit
TBD
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
4 non-cash prizes Track 1 Prize
1 winner Prizes for up to 4 people in the winning team. Prizes are still TBD so come check back soon!
Track 2 Prize
1 winner Prizes for up to 4 people in the winning team. Prizes are still TBD so come check back soon!
Track 3 Prize
1 winner Prizes for up to 4 people in the winning team. Prizes are still TBD so come check back soon!
Sponsor and Other Prizes
1 winner Prizes for up to 4 people in the winning teams. Prizes are still TBD so come check back soon!
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Judging Criteria
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A programme of Excellent Science
This work programme supports activities to consolidate, evolve, open, integrate and interconnect a world leading ecosystem of research services for researchers in Europe, encompassing both national and pan-European infrastructures. The aim is to cover the continuum of needs from the creation of fundamental knowledge to technology development and innovation, while supporting open science.
The programme aims to improve the sustainability of the research infrastructures ecosystem and synergies amongst funding sources, support human resources and skills development for an optimal functioning of research infrastructures, and reinforce the international dimension of research infrastructures in particular with regards to shared global challenges.
Another key aim of the programme is to continue enabling transnational access to research infrastructure services with two main targets: curiosity driven research, and challenge-driven research (also considering the development of new or customised services, to better serve interdisciplinary approaches). It will also promote the educational and training dimensions of access to research infrastructures.
The programme promotes collaboration in the upgrading and design of scientific instruments and tools, including through cooperation with industry and through creating research infrastructure innovation ecosystems. Reduction of the environmental footprint of research infrastructures is also a focus.
Destinations
For 2025, the Research Infrastructures work programme is structured around the following four destinations:
INFRADEV – Consolidation and evolution of the European Research Infrastructure landscape, to develop an integrated European ecosystem of research infrastructures, including single-sited facilities, distributed facilities and networks of facilities providing joint services. INFRAEOSC – Enabling an operational, open and FAIR EOSC (European Open Science Cloud) ecosystem, to contribute to a web of FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) research data and provide a trusted and secure federated system of research data and services (EOSC Federation) for researchers in the EU and Associated Countries to store, share, process and reuse within and across disciplines and borders FAIR research outputs and tools for research, innovation and educational purposes. INFRASERV – Research infrastructures services to support health research, accelerate the green transition and the digital transformation, and advance frontier knowledge access to RIs, to support transnational access to state-of-the-art facilities for researchers, relevant for a large research domain or in support of societal challenge and EU priorities. INFRATECH – Next generation of scientific instrumentation, tools, methods, and advanced digital solutions of research infrastructures and foster innovation and cocreation with industry, to support research infrastructure needs for technology development to maintain and upgrade their services and to create new ones, and to support the Destination Earth initiative. EU Research Infrastructures Work Programme
The Work Programme document outlines the expected impacts as set out by the Excellent Science strategic plan and details specific calls for proposals and their relevant conditions to apply. Review this information before beginning your application process.
Details of the calls within each destination are given below. All of the calls in this topic are single-stage calls with a closing date of 18 Sep 2025.
UK organisations and businesses can apply for Horizon Europe funding, working as part of a three-country consortium with at least one member from within the EU (see “Who can apply?” below). If you are interested in one of the calls and would like to find a collaboration partner, contact Innovate UK Business Connect’s European Programmes team.
A Horizon Europe Research Infrastructures info day was held on Monday 19 May: click here for further info, slides, and recordings.
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In line with Horizon Europe, all the actions supported by this call are open to actors from EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
Unless otherwise provided for in the specific call/topic conditions, only legal entities forming a consortium are eligible to participate in Horizon Europe actions provided that the consortium includes, as beneficiaries, three legal entities independent from each other and each established in a different country as follows:
at least one independent legal entity established in a Member State; and at least two other independent legal entities, each established in different Member States or Associated Countries (this includes the UK). Our European team can help you find eligible partners to form a consortium.
There may be further eligibility conditions for specific topics. Please check the Work Programme and contact our team to ensure your eligibility before applying.
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A Horizon Europe Research Infrastructures info day was held on Monday 19 May: click here for further info, slides, and recordings. The info day offered information on the submission, evaluation and management of the 2025 Research Infrastructures calls.
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Training and up-skilling of research infrastructures technical staff – €10m total budget, c.€1-1.5m per project
Early phase implementation of ESFRI [European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures] Projects that entered the ESFRI Roadmap in 2021 – €16.5m total budget, c.€1-1.5m per project
Consolidation of the Research Infrastructure landscape – Individual support for evolution, long term sustainability and emerging needs of pan-European research infrastructures – €30m total budget, c.€3-4m per project
Support to the European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures – €1.5-3m for a single project
Preparatory actions exploring future frameworks for research infrastructures investment plans and funding streams, for integrated and sustained scheme for access and for joint technology development – €4.5m total budget, c.€1-1.5m per project
(all single-stage calls with a closing date of 18 Sep 2025)
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EOSC (European Open Science Cloud) Nodes with federating capabilities for the EOSC Federation – €30m total budget, c.€6-8m per project
FAIR Integration for Enhanced Research Data in the EOSC ecosystem and beyond – €16m total budget, c.€5-8m per project
Advancing AI-readiness and Machine-Actionability in the EOSC Ecosystem – €15m total budget, c.€7.5-15m per project
Data stewards, skills and training for Open Science and FAIR practice – c.€5-8m for a single project
Using Generative AI (GenAI4EU) for Scientific Research via EOSC – €37.5m total budget, c.€7.5-10m per project
(all single-stage calls with a closing date of 18 Sep 2025)
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Research infrastructure services to enable R&I addressing main challenges and EU priorities related to the health domain – €30m total budget, c.€10m per project
Research infrastructure services to enable R&I addressing main challenges and EU priorities – €20m total budget, c.€5m per project
Research infrastructure services advancing frontier knowledge [specifically for: 1) atmospheric chemistry and dynamics or 2) hadron physics] – €20m total budget, c.€10m per project
Research infrastructure services advancing frontier knowledge (bottom-up) [wider scientific scope than the above call] – €20m total budget, c.€5m per project
(all single-stage calls with a closing date of 18 Sep 2025)
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New technologies and solutions for reducing the environmental and climate footprint of research infrastructures – €25m total budget, c.€5m per project
Implementing research infrastructure technology roadmaps – €45m total budget, c.€10m per project
AI-powered impact simulations in support of the Destination Earth initiative – €30m total budget, c.€7-10m per project
AI-generated digital twins for science – €40m total budget, c.€8-10m per project
(all single-stage calls with a closing date of 18 Sep 2025)
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Support for EOSC EU Node Service Verification and Validation activities – public procurement, c.€1m
External expertise 2025 [appointed independent experts for the evaluation and monitoring of actions]. – €0.2m, expert contracts to be issued
Details of these and how to bid will be available through Horizon Europe later in 2025.
Read more and download the current EU Research Infrastructures Work Programme 2025 or see all 2025 Horizon Europe Work Programmes.
Work Programme information and download
PROCESS Review the application process
What are the steps? How long does it take? What resources are available to support your research and innovation? Explore everything you need to know to get started.
Navigating the process

About the challenge
The ThinkingEarth Hackathon at BiDS 25, invites AI and Earth observation enthusiasts to explore the power of Copernicus-scale foundation models. Organised by the Horizon Europe project ThinkingEarth, this challenge gives participants hands-on access to state-of-the-art resources including Earth Observation (EO) foundation models, graph-based weather forecasting tools, and vision-language models for satellite data.
Participants will work on one of three open-ended tracks:
EO Foundation Models: fine-tune and adapt large models for geospatial tasks
Weather Forecasting: evaluate and extend AI-based weather models
Vision-Language Models for EO: connect imagery and text to enhance EO data interpretation
Over a three-week remote development phase and a final onsite sprint at BiDS25, teams will prototype solutions, receive expert mentoring, and compete for prizes. The challenge is open to individuals and small teams with strong skills in deep learning and data science. No prior EO experience is required—just curiosity, creativity, and a drive to innovate.
Get started
To help you dive in, all tools and resources will be made available in the first week of September.
What you’ll get:
Access to Earth Observation foundation models (e.g., CopernicusFM, DOFA)
Pre-trained weather forecasting and vision-language models
Example EO datasets and downstream task descriptions (e.g., land cover classification, cyclone tracking, image captioning)
Starter Jupyter notebooks with example code for each track
Guidance on model use, fine-tuning, evaluation strategies, and data formats
A webinar will be organised in the first week of September to walk participants through the tracks, tools, and participation process, and to answer any questions. 
To participate, you’ll need to bring your own laptop with internet access and coding experience in Python and deep learning libraries such as PyTorch and NumPy. You can run your solutions locally or use cloud-based environments like Colab or AWS.
Stay tuned for full instructions in early September.
Requirements
What to Build
Participants will develop technical solutions within one of the three open-ended tracks:
Track 1: EO Foundation Models
Build applications or tools using EO foundation models (e.g., CopernicusFM, DOFA). You may explore fine-tuning strategies, adapt models across geographies or modalities, identify limitations, or develop novel use cases related to tasks such as land cover classification or biomass estimation. A demo notebook will be provided to get started.
Track 2: Weather Forecasting Models
Experiment with state-of-the-art weather forecasting models. You may assess model capabilities, design evaluation frameworks, or apply models to downstream tasks such as cyclone tracking or extreme weather event prediction. Demo notebooks will introduce selected models, datasets, and practical considerations.
Track 3: EO Vision-Language Models (VLMs)
Use pre-trained VLMs to interact with EO data through natural language. Possible directions include image captioning, visual question answering, EO data retrieval, or text-based image search. Starter notebooks, datasets, and model access will be provided to support experimentation.
Projects will be evaluated on effectiveness, efficiency, novelty, clarity, and impact potential. Participants may work individually or in teams of up to three people.
What to Submit
Participants must submit the following materials through the dedicated platform by the end of the development phase:
Project description outlining the problem addressed, approach taken, and relevance to the selected track
Source code used to develop the solution (e.g., Jupyter notebooks, scripts, or repositories)
Demo or presentation materials showcasing the solution and its functionality (e.g., slides, short video, screenshots)
Documentation explaining how to run the code, key methods used, and any dependencies or requirements
Submissions will be evaluated by a panel of four expert judges based on:
Effectiveness
Efficiency
Novelty
Clarity
Impact potential
All submissions must respect the intellectual property and data protection guidelines outlined in the Hackathon terms. Participants will retain IP rights over their demonstrators; background IP remains with the original license holders.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
€5,000 in prizes First Place
€2,500 in cash 1 winner
Second Place
€1,500 in cash 1 winner
Third place
€1,000 in cash 1 winner
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Judging Criteria
Effectiveness
Efficiency
Clarity
Impact potential
Novelty

Your challenge, should you choose to accept it, albeit fictional, can prepare you for a real-life career in health care. In this competition, Boston Children’s Hospital’s marketing department is on the lookout for a marketing and communications consultant with the medical, clinical, communications, and generative imaging AI know-how to construct the best visual and text-based samples for a variety of messaging needs by departments and specialties at the hospital. Your assigned team has to get out its messages and reach goals, whether it’s internally to employees or outside of the hospital to potential employees, current and future patients, or the public.
 
Participation in PEDIHacks will hopefully give you a greater understanding of career paths in health care informatics, an opportunity to interact with clinicians and professionals in the health care informatics field, and exposure to how generative AI can be used in health care communications.
 
Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate program of studies (full-time or part-time) at a college or university within 50 miles of the main campus of Boston Children’s Hospital, at 300 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA.
 
All eligible and interested should go to *** PEDIHacks *** for more details and to apply.
Requirements
Prelimination Round: Teams will work on a problem and have just under two hours to come up with a communication piece and pitch deck. This round is longer than the competition round to allow for interaction and input from coaches and mentors.
Deliverables:
The communication piece A pitch deck communicating why your team and AI-generated communication piece should win Additional slides detailing the process used to create the communication piece This round will allow teams to pitch to the judges as a practice round and get feedback you can use to improve your pitch for the competition round. It will also help your team get a handle on the technical and logistical components of the hackathon, including acclimating to the technology and submission workflow.
 
Competition Round: Groups will work on a new but similar type of problem and will have just under 90 minutes to come up with a communication piece. Mentors and coaches will be available during this round as needed.
Deliverables:
The communication piece A pitch deck communicating why your team and AI-generated communication piece should win This round will be judged, and the winner of the round will be declared “Best in Proposal” for their problem and will move to the championship round. 
 
Championship Round: The winner of the Best in Proposal round from each of the five problem groups will present their communication piece and pitch deck from the competition round to the broader AI^4 audience, which will vote for the winner. The champion’s work will be named “Best in Pitch.”
 
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
2 non-cash prizes Best in Pitch
1 winner The 4 team members of Best in Pitch, which is the Championship round, will each win a prize package valued at $200.
Best in Proposal
5 winners There will be 5 teams who win Best in Proposal, one for each of the 5 topics in the competition round. Each of the 4 members of the 5 teams (20 students in total) will win a prize package valued at $50.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Judging Criteria
Best in Pitch
Best in Proposal

Immersive Realities Hackathon 2025: XR meets AI
13–15 November 2025 | Munich & Online
The Immersive Realities Hackathon 2025 is a dynamic, interdisciplinary event where students from Bachelor to PhD level come together to explore the future of immersive technologies powered by AI. Organized by the Immersive Realities Working Group at the TUM Think Tank, the hackathon connects academia, industry, and policy through hands-on innovation. Over three days, participants form teams, receive mentorship from academic and industry experts, and prototype solutions at the intersection of extended reality, artificial intelligence, and social impact. Core topics include ethical AI in XR, gamification in AR, and the design of socially aware virtual agents. With awards for technical excellence, innovation, and ethics, this hybrid hackathon empowers students to launch startups, build careers, and contribute to responsible tech development. Whether you're passionate about digital futures or eager to shape them—this is where your ideas come to life.
Requirements
TBD
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
4 non-cash prizes Overall Winner
1 winner Cash Amount to be confirmed.
Best Idea
1 winner Cash Amount to be confirmed.
Best Technical
1 winner Cash Amount to be confirmed.
Best Ethics
1 winner Cash Amount to be confirmed.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Petra Dahm
StellDirVor GmbH
Judging Criteria
Quality of the Demo / Prototype
Can the team demonstrate their solution works or could work? (submitting the apk/ ethical framework / tool prototype) How technically challenging/ impressive is the implementation? Potential social/ societal impact of the solution
Does the solution demonstrate clear social impact? Does the project leverage interdisciplinarity?

What is ImpactX?
ImpactX will be a virtual hackathon hosted by Code4Hope, a non-profit committed to empowering young innovators to solve global challenges using technology. Impact X will take place during the weekend of December 5th, 2025. 
As a participant, you will be required to develop a project that solves a problem in the fields of sustainability, education, finance, or health and wellness. Once teams have chosen their track, they will be entered into the running for prizes in that category only.
Furthermore, you will be able to attend virtual workshops hosted by sponsors and leaders in the tech industry, exposing you to a multitude of other topics that might interest you or be relevant to your project.
For more information and updates, make sure to join our Discord server and check out the Code4Hope website.
 
Participation / Eligibility
Middle and High School students (ages 13+) are welcome! Any experience level—from beginner to advanced—is encouraged.
Team Size:
Teams may consist of up to 4 members.
Registration: All participants must register on Devpost and fill out the Code4Hope registration form.
Requirements
Project Submission (Devpost):
Only one member per team should submit the project, but they must list all team members.
Submission details:
Submit a working MVP (Minimum Viable Product) by June 29, 2025.
5-minute pitch style video outlining your problem, your solution, and your project. Make this as detailed as possible. A GitHub repository with a README is required.
Include a PDF of your presentation, and optionally, images or screenshots of your product.
Projects must fit within one of the challenge tracks (sustainability, health, education, finance).
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
6 non-cash prizes 1st Best Overall Hack
1 winner The best overall hack submitted to ImpactX 2024. The team that wins this prize will immediately be taken out of the judging group for the track-specific prizes.
2nd Best Overall Hack
1 winner The second best overall hack submitted to ImpactX 2024. The team that wins this prize will immediately be taken out of the judging group for the track-specific prizes.
Sustainability Track Prize
1 winner The best project submitted for the Sustainability Track.
Education Track Prize
1 winner The best project submitted for the Education Track.
Health and Wellness Prize
1 winner The best project submitted for the Health and Wellness Track.
Finance Prize
1 winner The best project submitted for the Finance Track.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Rajesh Mittal
Customer Success Leader in Generative AI, Cloud Services for Regulated Industry at Microsoft
Judging Criteria
TBD

Welcome to HackSocial
HackSocial is a hackathon aimed at benefiting the greater good and giving back to the community. We want to see solutions that make an impact in our community and drive change. Anyone can start and make a change, from beginners to advanced programmers.
Participants can choose from three tracks, each designed to explore a different way of making an impact:
Beginner – Best for hackers with beginne level experience in programming. 
AI/ML – Create practical solutions implementing or creating Aritificial Intelligence and/or Machine learning in your application
Visual Design Track – Design apps that are functional and visually appealing. They make the user interactions and interface easy to use with stunning visuals and functionality.
Lifestyle Hacks Track – Anything that affects us in our day to day lives. From health to daily life, everything that affects how we live counts!
Requirements
What to Build
You can build anything that solves a real-world problem, makes life easier, or simply brings joy. Your project can fall into any category, technical or creative. Some ideas include:
🌐 A website or web app that helps people manage their time, health, or finances 📱 A mobile app that connects local communities 🤖 An AI-powered chatbot for tutoring or mental health 🕹️ A game with a compelling story or educational twist 🔐 A cybersecurity tool for online safety 🧠 A machine learning model that makes predictions or recommendations 🌎 A tool for environmental awareness or activism No idea is too big or small. Originality, creativity, and usefulness matter more than perfection.
What to Submit
To officially enter HackSocial 2025, you must submit 
💻 GitHub Repo or Code Files — Share your source code or working prototype.
📄 Project Description — Briefly explain your inspiration, tech stack, and what you learned.
Optional but encouraged:
🌟 Screenshots or UI mockups
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$100+ in prizes + other prizes Best AI/ML Hack
$25 in cash 1 winner $25 AoPS Gift Card
Best Lifestyle Hack: TBD
$25 in cash 1 winner $25 AoPS Gift Card
Best Visual Design Hack
$25 in cash 1 winner $25 AoPS Gift Card
Best Beginner Hack
$25 in cash 1 winner $25 AoPS Gift Card
Participation Certificate
2,000 winners Every participant receives a participation certificate
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Senthilkumaran Rajagopalan
Tech Lead Manager, Meta
Naval Shah

Siddharth Nori

Aarush Pawar

Judging Criteria
Innovation & Creativity
How original, novel, or creative is the idea? Does it offer a unique solution to a real problem? Technical Execution
How well is the project implemented? Does it demonstrate good technical skills, functionality, and completeness? User Interface and Design
Is the product easy to use, intuitive, and well-designed? Does the interface enhance usability? Feasibility & Scalability
Can the solution be realistically built and deployed? Is it scalable and sustainable beyond the hackathon?

About the challenge
MakeCU is Columbia University's flagship hardware hackathon, hosted by the Columbia Robotics Club. Join us November 8-9 in building physical projects combining both hardware and software challenges!
Get started
Visit our website https://www.makecu.dev/ to apply. 
Requirements
What to Build
Anything hardware! Drones, face-tracking eyeballs, desk cleaners, room scanners, hoverboards, anything you've been wanting to create!
What to Submit
A poster and prototype of your creation. To be presented at the final expo!
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize Overall Winners
3 winners To be announced later
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Ines Khouider

Judging Criteria
1st Overall
2nd Overall
3rd Overall

About the challenge
Will be released on the morning of hackathon
Get started
Brush up on some essential skills before hand. Be there IRL pls. Somewhere in the bay area
Requirements
What to Build
Will be released on the morning of hackathon
What to Submit
Working demo made WITHOUT AI
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize TBD
1 winner TBD gng :(
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Judging Criteria
TBD
TBD

Hack 4 Humanity is a hackathon started by high school students from the USA who aim to connect technologists from around the world to tackle everyday problems. Whether it's improving access to healthcare, addressing environmental issues, or providing newer platforms of education, Hack 4 Humanity is focused on generating impactful solutions to make a change in today's society.
Prior experience with coding is NOT required! This Hackathon will provide users with a platform to expand their knowledge with like-minded peers and gain experience with our workshops. If you're willing to make a change with tech, consider joining Hack 4 Humanity!
Getting Started
We advise you join our Discord server for updates on the event and workshops made by our sponsors. We'll be giving out more information as the date for the hackathon nears. For now, look through the website to familiarize yourself with the Hack 4 Humanity's theme, important dates, requirements, and prizes. 
Requirements
Submission Requirements & Information
Theme: Our theme this year is.. sustainability! We have no other restrictions on your projects. Make whatever you want that relates to the theme and aims to make our world more sustainable! Projects:  Hackathon: Our hackathon division is open to experienced coders and developers. You can submit websites, apps, games, or anything you wish using languages and softwares of your choice. When you submit, please provide a repository along with your creation. Video: All submissions must include a video no longer than 4 minutes explaining in detail what you created and its functionality.  GitHub Repository Link: Please include a public GitHub repository link for your project in your submission. Make sure it is accessible and contains all necessary files and documentation. Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$0 in cash Coming Soon
$0 in cash 1 winner Coming Soon
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Samaksh Bhargav
Head Prize Distributor/Sponsorship Lead/ Community Manager; Co-Founder
Judging Criteria
Launchability (10 points)
If this hack/idea were to be published into the real world, how successful would it be? Relevance to Theme (5 points)
Does the project relate to the theme? Creativity (5 points)
Does this project introduce a new idea or approach to solving a problem? Interactivity (5 points)
How user-friendly and accessible is the project? Impact (5 points)
What is the potential impact that this project could have on sustainability? Originality (5 points)
How unique is the solution compared to existing options or technologies? Efficiency (5 points)
Is the project functional? Are there minimal bugs/discrepancies? User Experience (5 points)
Is the interface and user-friendly? Is it appealing and attractive to look at?

About the hackathon
General
The Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC) and its 1,600 subsidiaries have come together to host our fourth GNEC Hackathon! We encourage those passionate about engineering, technology, and programming to join this event to demonstrate their skills while competing for prizes such as internships and mentorships with our partners.
Why Us
GNEC is well-connected to the UN and has a global network of NGOs. You can tap into this network during and after this hackathon.
Our partners will also host various workshops where they will teach new technological concepts while also offering insight into their mission and the work they have done. The workshops are a great opportunity to explore one’s interests and possible career paths. 
Theme
Through the GNEC Hackathon, we encourage participants to explore sustainability through technology by setting the hackathon's theme as one or two of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). This hackathon's theme will be SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 2 (Zero Hunger).

Get started
Join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/n5pcCHcGC6) and meet with everyone else involved in the hackathon. You are welcome to make your own team but if you don't have teammates, our Discord server is a great place to look for a team. The opening ceremony will provide further information regarding the hackathon and the working period will commence shortly after. Be creative, make new friends, and above all, have fun!
Requirements
What to Submit
As mentioned above, participants will be tasked with creating a project that revolves around the UN SDGs. Each team will submit a short 2-5 minute video that shows off their project, how it relates to the theme for the hackathon, and what issue they intend to resolve through their project. Additionally, teams should upload a work file; this file should be either a ZIP file of the source code for an app or website or a slideshow or PDF for their product or business plan.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
2 non-cash prizes Internship @ Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC)
1 winner The Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC) is a storied nonprofit that has, for 60 years, partnered with the United Nations to guarantee a voice at the decision-making table for civil society leaders. And that role has never been more critical, as the world battles a global pandemic and a planet-threatening climate crisis, among other challenges. The first-place winners will have the opportunity to intern with GNEC, bringing their unique skillsets to the decision-making table.
Internship @ World Assembly of Youth (WAY)
1 winner The World Assembly of Youth (WAY) is the international coordinating body of national youth councils and national youth organizations, with 140 member organizations from all continents. WAY aims to represent its members in international organizations and institutions while promoting the work of voluntary youth organizations worldwide. The second-place winners will have the opportunity to intern with WAY and apply their skillsets to the mission of promoting youth worldwide.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Ediola Pashollari
Secretary General @ World Assembly of Youth | President @ GNEC
OTU Uwem Robert
Principal Senior Adviser @ African Youth Movement | President @ GNEC
Judging Criteria
Impact
How well does the project address one or more of the United Nations SDGs? What potential impact does the project have on environmental, social, and economic sustainability? Innovation
How original and creative is the proposed solution? Does the project showcase novel approaches or technologies to tackle sustainability issues? Feasibility and Scalability
Is the project technically feasible and achievable within the given timeframe and resources? How scalable is the solution? Can it be applied to a broader context or replicated in different settings? Design
How user-friendly and intuitive is the solution for end-users? Does the project consider practicality and user experience in its design and implementation? Presentation
How clear and compelling is the team's presentation of their project? Does the team effectively communicate their ideas, objectives, and results to the judges and audience?

305 Hack Fall 2025 | Submission Portal ONLY (Register at hacks-at-fiu.vercel.app)
Top Hacks @ FIU — Where Miami Innovates Together
Announcing 305 Hack: Fall 2025 Edition
Hosted by CODE CRUNCH, ColorStack at FIU, and CAHSI at FIU, this in-person hackathon brings students together for a weekend of creativity, innovation, and excellence — right in the heart of Downtown Miami.
Dates: September 19–21, 2025
Location: 1501 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 501, Miami, FL 33132
Time: Friday 6:00 PM to Sunday 5:00 PM
Theme: Smart Cities — build solutions for more connected, sustainable, and innovative urban living.
Who Can Join?
Open to all majors, students from any university, and high school students age 16 and older.
Participants under 18 must have an adult present for overnight participation.
Important:
This Devpost page is for submitting your final project only.
You must first register through our official Hacker Hub to participate.
Register here: 305hackfall2025.vercel.app
Available Tracks
Track 01: Smart Infrastructure & Urban Engineering
Perfect for majors in:
Biomedical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Sustainability Studies
Healthcare/Pre-Med
Computer Science (Cloud & Infrastructure)
Data Science
Track 02: Smart City Tech & Digital Solutions
Perfect for majors in:
Computer Science (AI & Machine Learning)
Software Engineering
Information Technology
Finance (Fintech focus)
Digital Media & Gaming
Communications & Entertainment
Mobile/Web Development
Graphic Design (UX/UI)
Track 03: Tech Unicorn Track (No Code Required)
Perfect for all majors, especially:
Business Administration
Finance & Economics
Marketing & Communications
Entrepreneurship
Management
Liberal Arts
Psychology
Pre-Law
Any major with startup ideas
Focus on business strategy and innovation concepts
Track 04: Smart Cities & Future Innovation (Featured Track — Extra Prizes)
Perfect for majors in:
Urban Planning
Public Administration
Computer Science (DevOps/Cybersecurity)
Information Security
Blockchain Technology
Smart Cities & Urban Innovation focus
Complete Hacker Resources: 305hackfall2025.vercel.app
Steps to Join
Register now (required for all participants): 305hackfall2025.vercel.app
RSVP on Luma to get calendar invites for kickoff and live sessions: lu.ma/CodeCrunch
Join the LinkedIn Event to connect and share: 305hackfall2025-LinkedInRSVP.vercel.app
Submit your final project here on Devpost before the deadline: 305hackfall2025-Devpost.vercel.app
What’s New
In-person experience in Downtown Miami
Smart Cities theme with real-world challenges
$2,000 Azure OpenAI credits prize pool
Special challenges, prizes, and judge feedback
Get Involved Beyond Hacking Industry Leaders – Volunteer: Fill out the form
Students – Volunteer: Fill out the form
Industry Leaders – Fundraiser & Advisory Board: Join here
Become a Sponsor: Learn more
Questions or Collaborations:
Connect with us on Discord (after registering) or on LinkedIn. Let’s build the future of decentralized tech together.
Secure Your Spot: hacks-at-fiu.vercel.app
We can’t wait to see what you build!
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CODE CRUNCH GLOBAL Interdisciplinary Tech Club | Open to ALL MAJORS from any university | High School Students (16+) Hosted in partnership with:
ColorStack at FIU | Open to ALL MAJORS from any university - Supporting students from all backgrounds in tech at FIU CAHSI at FIU | Open to ALL MAJORS from any university - Building research community and opportunities for students in computing at Florida International University. Requirements
See information here: hacksatfiu-toolkit.vercel.app
  Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
7 non-cash prizes First Place Winner #01 Smart Infrastructure & Urban Engineering
1 winner First Place Winner Certificate & $800 Azure Open AI Credits
First Place Winner #02 Smart City Tech & Digital Solutions
1 winner First Place Winner Certificate & $400 Azure Open AI Credits
First Place Winner #03 Tech Unicorn Track
1 winner First Place Winner Certificate & $400 Azure Open AI Credits
First Place Winner #04 Smart Cities & Future Innovation
1 winner First Place Winner Certificate & $400 Azure Open AI Credits
Extra Award 01 Most Innovative
1 winner Certificate First Place Extra Award 01 Most Innovative
Extra Award 02 Best Design
1 winner Certificate First Place Extra Award 02 Best Design
Extra Award 03 Community Impact
1 winner Certificate First Place Extra Award 03 Community Impact
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Nithin Maruthi Prasad
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Work Experience: GEP Worldwide
Raju Dandigam
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Navan
Bhanuprakash Madupati
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Work Experience: Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC)
Karan Alang
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Work Experience: Versa Networks Inc
Ather Husain
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker |Work Experience: Capgemini
Bhupendra Singh
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Marriott International
Madhura Raut
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Workday, Inc
Ashutosh Datar
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Pure Storage
Yehor Chernenko
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Uber
Sarvesh Peddi
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Charter Communications
Sanat Talwar
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Electronic Arts, Inc.
Alok Tibrewala
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Deutsche Bank
Saket Dhanraj Chaudhari
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: TriNet Inc
Ashish Kedia
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Google
NAGA MURALI KRISHNA KONERU
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Hexaware Technologies Inc
Aishwarya Madupuri Suresh
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Walmart
Arun Pandiyan Perumal
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Adobe
Satwik Reddy Jambula
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: UBER Technologies
Krishna Chaithanya Vuppala
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: MGM Resorts LLC
Saumya Dixit
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: 33Across Inc
Sethu Neeli
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Market America inc
venugopala reddy kusam
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Microsoft
Saurabh Phaltane
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Google
Balajee Asish Brahmandam
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Charles Schwab
Ravikanth Reddy Malyala
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: JPMorgan Chase
Jay Sheth
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: T.Rowe Price
Venkata Reddy Pasam
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: cornerstone consulting
Anil Kumar Jonnalagadda
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Versa Networks Inc
Jagrati Bhardwaj
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Microsoft
Hatim Kagalwala
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Amazon
Bhanu Prakash Reddy Rella
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Walmart
Xinyue Yu
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Oracle
Hari K Gupta
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Bullwhip
Vijay Pahuja
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Cox Automotive Inc
Kusha Maharshi
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Bloomberg
Steve Ahn
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Blizzard Entertainment
UPENDRAN MANICKAM
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Meta
Tianlu Peng
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Upbeat
Praneetha Kotla
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: ERP Smartlabs
Jeet Nishit Mehta
Judge | Non-Mentor | Non-Speaker | Experience: Netflix
Karl-Gustav Kallasmaa
Judge | Mentor | Speaker | Experience: Stealth Startup
Judging Criteria
Judging Criteria
See information here: hacksatfiu-toolkit.vercel.app

Welcome to GenZ Can Hack, where high school students aged 13 to 19 are invited to showcase their coding prowess! As we gear up for the Tech Titans Trophy Night 2025, our aim is to engage young minds in a thrilling hackathon experience. GenZ Can Hack 2025 isn't just any coding competition; it's an opportunity for Canadian youth, born between 2006 and 2013, to unleash their creativity, problem-solving skills, and innovation in a collaborative environment. We're excited to witness teamwork and ingenuity as participants tackle challenges and push boundaries. To all our participants, we wish you the best of luck!
Requirements
What to Build
Both SC4K and Kids for Kids Toronto Coding Club share a commitment to environmental sustainability. Our collective mission is to instill awareness in children as young as 4 years old and channel their innovative ideas and volunteer efforts toward the preservation of our planet.
​The theme for GenZ Can Hack 2024 is Marine Debris. 
Design and build a robot using Arduino or Raspberry Pi, programmed in languages such as C or Python, with integrated AI capabilities.
 
What to Submit:
This is an in-person hackathon, so participants must arrive at the venue on time and begin working on-site. Development time is from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, followed by a 30-minute break. Presentations will then begin in front of a panel of three judges.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$CAD 1,500+ in prizes + other prizes Champion
$CAD 1,000 in cash 1 winner Champion - Challenge trophy + trophy and certificate for each team member
1st runner up
$CAD 500 in cash 1 winner 1st Runner up - trophy and certificate for each team member
2nd Runner Up
1 winner Trophy & Certificate for each team member
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Siva Waran
Sr Solution Architect/ Pega Systems
Anjali Mittal
Program Manager/SC4K
Senthuran Poorananathan
Director
Judging Criteria
GenZ Can Hack 2025
Create a robot help resolve the sea debris issue

ABOUT THE CHALLENGE
By challenging students to design real-world solutions using computer-aided design, CADPossible aims to inspire the next generation of engineers and innovators. Our theme for this year is Assistive Technology, and will guide participants to take a greater role in helping individuals with disabilities while encouraging students to explore design thinking, engineering principles, and 3D modeling tools. 
For more information, visit our website at http://missioncadpossible.com/
GET STARTED
Our CADathon is open to innovators of all skill levels! This CADathon is open to middle schoolers, high schoolers, and college students.
*all prizes will be per team, not per person
Requirements
WHAT TO BUILD 
Any project that tackles the issue of accessibility using CAD!
WHAT TO SUBMIT 
1. Demo video of your project (1-2 minutes)
2. Final CAD model
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
5 non-cash prizes 1st Place
1 winner Mechanical Keyboard
2nd Place
1 winner Gaming Mouse
3rd Place
1 winner Bluetooth Speaker
Best Social Impact
1 winner Waterbottle
Best video demo
1 winner FIJI Quicksnap Camera
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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CADPossible Team
Mission: CADPossible
Judging Criteria
Creativity
Is your model a novel and unique concept? Did it take a new approach to an existing solution? Theme
Does your model work as intended? Was sufficient time put into the execution of the hack? Presentation
How informative and compelling was your presentation? Did you discuss the process of building your model and the challenges you faced?

About the challenge
MiniMax 2025 AI Hackathon is the first open-to-all AI hackathon in Hong Kong, welcoming anyone with an interest or passion for the AI industry. Powered by MiniMax's leading-edge AI tools of text, image, video, audio, and even music, we believe everyone can push the boundaries of AI by unleashing their creativity.
Thanks to the great help of Hong Kong's political and business communities, we are very much looking forward to seeing projects that not only solve real-life problems, but also carry broad social and commercial value.

It's a free-to-enter event open to everyone. In addition to cash prizes and MiniMax credit, outstanding participants will have the chance to present their ideas directly to top investors, and potentially receive funding to start their own business.
 
Event Structure
1. Competition Tracks
In this hackathon, we set the Developer Track and the Creator Track for participants with or without programming experience.
Wonder which track you are suitable for?
If you are a programmer or just have basic coding knowledge, and want to build something with helpful AI tools to solve real-world challenges or contribute to society. Then the developer track is definitely your track!

If coding is not your thing, but you often find brilliant ideas popping in your head - and you want to express them through film or music with the help of AI. Then you are all set for the creator track.
2. Theme
Developer Track: "Build the Future AI Agent"
Creator Track: "The Symphony of Sentience" 4. Categories
Developer Track
First Place/Runner Up/Third Place: Awarded to the top 3 projects overall based on all judging criteria—technical strength, creativity, real-world value, and pitching. Best Social Contribution: Honors the project that best serves a societal or community need Best Practical Utility: Awarded to the project that is most useful and immediately applicable. Best Commercial Potential: Goes to the project with the most promising business value. Most Innovative Use of AI: For the team that pushed boundaries and applied AI in a surprising, novel, or technically inventive way, or have a more efficient code innovation based on existing tools Creator Track (Film) Best Narrative: Awarded to the work with the most compelling story or structure. (Film) Best Visual Effect: Honors the piece with the most visually stunning and technically impressive visuals. (Film) Best Experimental Work: Goes to bold and unconventional projects. Whether it’s abstract, surreal, or totally unexpected (Film) Best Technical Innovation: Awarded to the creator who shows deep mastery or novel use of AI tools, workflows, or technology in the creative process. (Film) Best Advertisement (tbd): For the best AI-generated or enhanced commercial, promo video, or branded concept. (Film) Best Dubbing: Recognizes outstanding voice performance and dubbing work, including character voiceovers, lip sync, or multilingual delivery

 
Requirements
Submission Requirement
Developer Track
Include a URL of your project that can be successfully installed and/or run consistently
Include a URL to your public code repository to show how your project was built.
Include a text description that should explain the features, functionality and how the MiniMax tools were used in your project. If other open-source tools were used, references are mandatory. And participants need to adhere to the corresponding specifications.
Include a publicly accessible demo video showcasing key features (Maximum 2 minutes)
Include team info that list all members with roles and contributions
The language you used should be English or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese)
The project must be created entirely from scratch during the time permitted
Creator Track
Include publicly accessible video/music of your work
≥ 1 minute
(for film)16:9 aspect ratio (1920×1080 preferred), H.264
Include a text description that should explain the features, functionality and how the MiniMax tools were used in your project
Include team info that lists all members with roles and contributions
The language you used should be English or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese)
The project must be created entirely from scratch during the time permitted
Content Rule
No malicious use (e.g., deepfake tools, spam generators)
No copyrighted code (all code must be original/open-source)
No copyrighted material in any form (visual/audio/text)
No explicit violence/gore
No pornography or sexually suggestive content
No politically sensitive themes
No extremist religious content or derogatory depictions of any faith
 
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize TBA
10 winners To be announce
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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TBA

Judging Criteria
Developer Track: Technical Implementation (30%)
This evaluates the quality of your code, architecture, and how effectively AI technologies are implemented. It rewards technical depth, robustness, and clean engineering practices. Developer Track: Innovation and Creativity (30%)
This evaluates how original and inventive your idea is — whether it brings a fresh perspective, solves a problem in a novel way, or uses AI in an unexpected application. Developer Track: Real-World Impact (30%)
This evaluates the project's potential to make a real-world difference — whether through social impact, commercial potential, or solving practical pain points. Developer Track: Demo and Pitching (10%)
This covers how clearly and effectively your team communicates the value of your project. A strong demo and presentation can make a great idea shine. Creator Track: Creativity and Originality (35%)
This evaluates the uniqueness of your concept and how creatively you use AI tools in your film or music. Creator Track: Technical Execution (35%)
This evaluates how well your work is produced—from editing, sound design, to how smoothly the AI tools were integrated into your workflow. Creator Track: Emotional Impact and Memorability (30%)
This evaluates how well your work connects emotionally with the audience and whether it leaves a lasting impression.

NAT invites you to natIgnite 2025, a 40-hour interdisciplinary hackathon.
Hosted semi-annually by NAT in partnership with community partners, each natIgnite is centered on a distinct theme. This year's theme for natIgnite 2025 is AgeTech.
At the heart of Ignite is a unique model: every team of Hackers (supposedly 4-6) work on a real-world problem sourced directly from a Problem Provider. We also invite industry partners to join as Advisors. This format grounds every project in real-world relevance, increases the likelihood of long-term impact, and offers teams a direct line to expert guidance.
During the event, teams work hands-on with advanced hardware such as biosensors, motion detectors, and remote sensing devices, layered with computing approaches like machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, to develop functional prototypes with real-world potential.
Over $5,000 in seed funding and in-kind resources are available for winning teams, creating pathways to continue developing their projects even after the event.
Requirements
To Participate in natIgnite 2025:
Recruitment & Registration
Participants apply individually through natPortal, complete the registration form, pay the registration fees on Luma, and gain access to event details and resources.
Weekend 1: Workshops + Pitch Day
The first weekend kicks off with hands-on workshops and foundational sessions on neurotech tools, innovation strategy, and project management. On Day 2, Problem Providers pitch real-world challenges to the cohort. Teams are formed and matched with Problem Providers by our team to begin ideation and early planning.


Weekly Development Reports
Between weekends, teams meet with their Problem Providers to align on goals and complete a series of Weekly Development Reports. These touchpoints ensure strong direction, technical clarity, and team cohesion heading into the build phase.


Weekend 2: 40-Hour Hackathon + Judging
The second weekend is the core build sprint. A 40-hour hackathon where teams prototype their solutions with real-time access to mentorship, hardware, and technical support. It concludes with a judging session where teams present to a multidisciplinary panel of experts. Winners are announced the same day.


Post-Hackathon Support
Three winning teams from each Ignite event receive $5,000 in seed funding and an equal amount of in-kind resources. All teams are invited to join NAT’s ongoing mentorship network and receive guidance on commercialization, research, and community deployment.
natIgnite 2025 Timeline and Deadlines:

Participant Registration Opens: June 15, 2025
Educational Sprint Begins (Workshops available on Moodle): July 1, 2025
Participant Registration Closes: July 25, 2025
Skill-Up Saturday(Optional): August 2, 2025
Pitch Day Sunday(Mandatory): August 3, 2025
Development Report 1: August 3, 2025
Development Report 2: August 5, 2025
Development Report 3: August 7, 2025
Hardware Lending Form Due: August 5, 2025
Hackathon Weekend: August 8–10, 2025
Judging & Awards: August 10, 2025
Post-Hackathon Support: August 2025 – August 2026
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize Prizes
3 winners -First team -> $3,000 CAD seed funding + $3,000 CAD in-kind services
-Second team -> $1,500 CAD seed funding + $1,500 CAD in-kind services
-Third team -> $500 CAD seed funding + $500 CAD in-kind services
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Reza Enaloui
ERIN
Tomi Oyende
Growth Product Manager/Black Business Ventures Association
Ashutosh Ahuja
Enterprise Architecture Lead/Starbucks Technology
Clinton Senkow
ERIN
Eric Fredlin
NVIDIA
Kendrea Sicotte
Co-Founder/LifeTech Care
Jeff Shon
Lead Executive/Edmonton Unlimited
Rehma Khan
Research and Evaluation Lead/LifeTech Care
Eden Redman
CEO/NAT
Judging Criteria
Judging Criteria
Technical Rigor (10 pts) Functionality (10 pts) Creativity & Innovation (10 pts) Commercial viability (5 pts) Delivery (5 pts) Demo quality (5 pts) Impact (5 pts) Written summary (5 pts) Development reports (5 pts)

About the challenge
In 2015, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – 17 global objectives aimed at ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring peace and prosperity for all people by 2030.
However, only 17% of them are currently on track.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers significant potential to accelerate progress toward sustainable development, with applications ranging from crop health monitoring to improved access to healthcare. These technical advancements present a powerful opportunity to upskill and inspire more people to utilize technology in support of the SDGs.
Join our hackathon to compete using your coding skills for sustainable development!
Get started
Visit https://aliceheiman.github.io/code-for-the-goals-2025/ to learn more about the challenge.
Requirements
What to Build
More information will be coming closer to the event.
What to Submit
More information will be coming closer to the event.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize TBD
1 winner More information will be coming closer to the event.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Dev Planet

Judging Criteria
TBD

Hackers, get ready to kick off the 2026 Hack Season in style! Hoya Hacks 2026 is thrilled to host you in-person at Georgetown University. Join us for an epic weekend of innovation and creativity from January 23–25, 2026, at the Healey Family Student Center. Let’s make it a hackathon to remember! 
Requirements
All Hoya Hacks projects must be original. Projects will be judged for the creativity, the strength of their code or hardware innovation, and if it works!  Teams can be a maximum of 4 students.  All student teams must register their team on Saturday at 10 AM EST. All students must complete the check-in form. Hackers will submit on Devpost a copy of their code and a 2-2:30 minute video that shows off their project as a submission.  All projects are due at 9:00 AM EST in DevPost. No exception.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$4,500 in prizes Coming Soon
3 winners
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Joshu
Georgetown University
Judging Criteria
Coming Soon!

About the challenge
At Enriched CS we value inclusivity and aim to inspire the next generation of technology leaders. The purpose of this hackathon is to serve as a beginner friendly, introductory hackathon experience for students aspiring to delve deep into the world of Computer Science. This hackathon is intended for students from grades 6 to 10 with little to no experience with programming.
Requirements
What to Build
Hackathon prompt will be anounced during our Opening Ceremony on August 1st 9:00 AM. Please join our Discord Server for meeting link and general anouncements: https://discord.com/invite/tp4TS42VbC
What to Submit
Our team reccomends you develop your project in an easy to use IDE like Replit in a beginner friendly language like Python. If you are unfamiliar with either of these, that is completely fine as we will host a workshop that will give you an introduction to both of these.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$100 in prizes 1st Place
$50 in cash 1 winner
2nd Place
$30 in cash 1 winner
3rd Place
$20 in cash 1 winner
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Enriched CS Team
Enriched CS
Judging Criteria
Impactfulness
How impactful is your project? Your project will be judged based on how many people will it help and how much will it help each person. Technical Depth
Seeing as this is an introductory hackathon, this criteria is not as important, however will be considered. We will consider the technical merit of your project when judging.

About the Challenge
Ready to sharpen your coding skills while having fun and winning lots of prizes? Recess Hacks is excited to present our 5th iteration hackathon! This year, we are having a 36-hour online event open to any current high school student or recently graduate of 2025. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced coder, you shouldn't miss this chance for an impactful experience where you can learn new skills, meet like-minded peers, and build fun projects in a supportive environment!
Join the Discord Server here: https://discord.gg/RrCY76mefj 
Why Participate in Recess Hacks?
A hackathon poses a valuable opportunity to experience the following: 
Learn and Grow: Gain hands-on experience and develop your coding skills with the support of mentors and workshops. Innovate and Create: Bring your ideas to life by building unique projects, from apps to games, that solve real-world problems. Collaborate: Connect and work with like-minded students  Win Prizes: Compete for prizes and earn recognition for your hard work & creativity Have Fun :) Get started
To join Recess Hacks 5.0, follow these 2 simple steps:
Register on Devpost: Sign up on our Devpost page and register on our website to officially enter the hackathon. Join Discord: Once registered, join our Discord server where you can connect with other participants, find team members, and get updates about the event  
Join us at Recess Hacks 5.0 today!
Requirements
What to Build
Our hackathon's official theme will be revealed at the opening ceremony!
Participants are encouraged to build projects that address real-world problems or innovative ideas across various technology fields concerning the theme. This can include web apps, games, or any other form of technology that addresses the main topic.
What to Submit
Submit your project on Devpost before the deadline at 10:30 PM (EDT) on August 24th, 2025. Please provide the following in your submission:
Project Description: Explain how your project works and highlight its key features. Source Code: A link to your project's source code repository (e.g., GitHub). Ensure that your code is well-documented and includes instructions on how to set up and run your project. Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$11,257 in prizes First Place
$3,346 in cash 1 winner 4 * 1-year .xyz domains
4 * cleanshot x licenses
2-year VIP CodeCrafters membership for each member
4 * 1-year Nord VPN subscriptions with 1GB of free data
Second Place
$1,676 in cash 1 winner 4 * 1-year .xyz domains
4 * cleanshot x licenses
1-year VIP CodeCrafters membership for each member
1 * 1-year Nord VPN subscriptions with 1GB of free data
Third Place
$880 in cash 1 winner 4 * 1-year .xyz domains
4 * cleanshot x licenses
6-months VIP CodeCrafters membership for each member
Best Beginner Project
$500 in cash 1 winner 4 * Sublime Text License
4 * Art of Problem Solving Coupons ($25 each)
Best Solo Hack
$165 in cash 1 winner 1 * Sublime Text License
1 * 1-month Vue School license
Sticker Giant Coupon code for 30% off for the next purchase
All Participants
$3,458 in cash 1 winner Access to Wolfram|One to all participants for six months
1 * 1-year Vue School license (awarded to 1 hacker through raffle)
1 * 1-year Nord VPN subscriptions with 1GB of free data (awarded to 1 hacker through raffle)
Best Use of Wolfram
$1,232 in cash 1 winner 1-year access to WolframOne for all team members
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Raj Bhowmik
Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Cognizant
Pratik Nalage
Senior Software Engineer at NVDIA
Teo D
Management Consultant at Boston Consulting Group
Judging Criteria
Originality
The project’s originality is judged by uniqueness and creativity in addressing challenges. It should bring something new and distinct to the field, offering innovative ideas and a fresh perspective that sets it apart from existing solutions. Technical Complexity
Technical complexity looks at the appropriateness and sophistication of the project’s technology. The solution should be advanced, robust, and well-suited to the educational problem, considering edge cases and ensuring reliability in diverse scenarios. Sustainability
How sustainable is the project in terms of maintenance and scalability? Assess whether the project is designed for long-term use, including aspects like ease of updates, support, and the ability to handle increased demand or expansion over time. Accessibility
How accessible is the project to diverse user groups? Consider whether the project is designed to usable by individuals with varying abilities, including those with disabilities. Accessibility ensures that the project can reach a broad audience.

The Future of Data Hackathon is an integral part of the MidwestCon Conference, scheduled to take place on September 10th, 2025. 
 The Future of Data Hackathon doesn’t have tracks. Instead it has roots, branches, and leaves! 
Roots: The roots of the tree represent the foundational elements of the hackathon, which in this case are the two main tracks: the Software Development Root and the Business/Creative Root. These roots serve as the basis for participants to build their projects and ideas upon. Branches: The branches of the tree represent the different technology branches that participants can explore during the hackathon. There are three branches to choose from: The AI Branch, which focuses on Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Computer Vision.  The Blockchain Branch, which explores technical aspects and innovative business pitches related to blockchain technology. From web3 to DeFi, there is something for everyone. The Visualization Branch, which focuses on exploring innovative ways to visualize data. Participants in this branch will have the opportunity to work with technologies such as AR/XR (Augmented Reality/Extended Reality) to create immersive data visualizations as well as other visualization tools and techniques to present complex data in a clear and engaging manner. Leaves: The leaves of the tree represent the specific themes or topics that participants can choose to focus on within each branch. The current themes include Gaming, Security, Finance, and Social Issues. Key Highlights
World-Class Learning Opportunities:
Participants will have the chance to engage in hands-on workshops, attend talks by industry experts, and collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds. Learn from CIOs of Fortune 500 companies, Senior Machine Learning Engineers from Microsoft, Google and Databricks, and Y-Combinator-backed founders Mentorship:
The Future of Data Hackathon features a robust mentorship program, connecting every team with an experienced mentor. Mentors provide guidance, support, and expertise, helping participants to refine their ideas and develop impactful projects. Prominent mentors include Partners at Venture Capital firms, the co-creator of Phi-3 (the first small language model), and VPs of fortune 500 companies. Location and Facilities:
Hosted at the state-of-the-art 1819 Innovation Hub at the University of Cincinnati, participants will have access to modern facilities and resources. Build a better more equitable future of data:
Projects at the hackathon are centered on the theme of "building a better, more equitable future of data." Participants will work on solutions that not only leverage cutting-edge technology but also aim to create a fairer and more inclusive digital landscape. Projects developed during the hackathon have the potential to address real-world problems, the outcome should not only be innovative but also socially relevant. Requirements
Submission Requirements
Hackers participating in the Future of Data Hackathon are expected to create innovative solutions in the fields of blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data visualization, focusing on "building a better, more equitable future of data." Submissions should be made on Devpost, and participants must follow the guidelines below for both the software development track and the pitch competition track.
What to Build
Choose your Track:
Choose between our roots: software or pitch competition. Choose between our branches: AI, data visualization, or blockchain Choose between our leaves: finance, security, gaming, social impact Focus on creating solutions that address real-world problems and promote a better, more equitable future. Choose your Bounties:
Take on targeted challenges set by sponsors to win additional prizes. These bounties focus on specific problems or technologies, these bounties provide extra prizes for their completion For Software Development Track
Project Description:
Provide a detailed explanation of your project, including its purpose, functionality, and impact. Clearly describe how your solution contributes to data equity. Technical Details:
Include information about the technologies used and how they are implemented. Explain the architecture of your solution and any unique technical challenges you faced and overcame. Demo Video:
Create a short video (3-5 minutes) demonstrating your project. The video should highlight the key features, functionality, and user experience of your solution. Explain the problem your project addresses and how it offers a solution. Source Code:
Provide a link to your project’s source code repository (e.g., GitHub). Ensure that the repository is public and includes a clear README file with instructions on how to set up and run your project. Team Information:
List all team members and their roles in the project. Include any relevant background information or expertise that contributed to the development of the project. Additional Documentation (optional but recommended):
Include any additional documentation that can help judges understand your project better, such as user manuals, design documents, or research references. Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize TBA
3 winners More than $42,000 of prizes will be allocated to winning projects. Stay tuned for more!
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Tejas Ghadge

Judging Criteria
Social Impact: Alignment with equity goals
Technical Execution: Code quality + scalability
Innovation: Originality of solution
Presentation: Clarity of pitch

About the challenge
Welcome to the 2025 DFWHacks Hackathon!
Check out our website : dfwhacks.org
Fill out this form to finish signing up:
https://forms.gle/FfJAkcxu4rf8WJ8E6
Requirements
What to Build
You will be building an AI-powered app to solve a specific problem. That problem will be revealed at the opening ceremony at 10:00am!
What to Submit
A 1-minute video explaining your app's functionalities as well as a link to your GitHub repository
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
4 non-cash prizes 1st Place
1 winner 200$ Gift Card
2nd Place
1 winner 100$ Gift Card
3rd Place
1 winner 50$ Gift Card
Most Unique
1 winner 50$ Gift Card
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Saurabh Kakkar

Tanmay Kejriwal
MakeX Corp
Jawad Ali

Judging Criteria
Problem
How well does it actually address and solve the problem? Uniqueness
How unique is your idea? Functionality
To what it extent does it work? (it doesn't need to be fully functional, but try to make it as much as possible) Visual
How good does it look aesthetically? Presentation
How well do you present it?

A wide range of critical materials are required for the technologies and innovation needed to decarbonise and achieve the UK’s Net Zero ambitions. In 2024, the UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre released its Criticality Assessment which examined the current global supply status of 82 materials and the UK’s economic vulnerability to any potential supply disruption. The study designated 34 critical minerals, providing the basis for UK policy and investment around critical minerals.
Innovate UK’s CLIMATES programme is supporting innovative companies working in the supply chains for any of these 34 minerals (includes extraction, processing, manufacturing, recycling and alternatives) and is offering this Investment Readiness Programme to UK companies seeking to raise investment in these areas.
What to expect
Selected companies will benefit from a 12-week hybrid programme, combining expert-led online and in-person workshops. At the end of the Programme, you’ll have developed an investor pitch, finished your proposition and you’ll have a defendable understanding of your IP, finances and future plans.
Programme Overview
The programme will support you to hone your pitch to investors, get a better understanding of the funding landscape, prepare your investment materials and be more confident in delivering a compelling commercial story. The programme will provide regular touch points with investors to help you navigate the fundraising process, make new connections and kick start your investment journey. The Programme will culminate in a live Showcase event where selected cohort members will pitch to an audience of investors active in the battery and critical materials sectors.
At the end of the Programme, you’ll have:
Developed a suite of investor pitch materials (elevator deck/investor deck/demo deck etc.). Greater confidence in investor meetings, negotiations and due diligence. Clear articulation of your value proposition, market, IP, financials, and growth plans. Gained pitch feedback from investors & industry experts. Built collaborative relationships with your cohort, industry experts & Innovate UK representatives along the way. A live investor pitch experience at our final Showcase (if selected). If you would like to apply to take part, please complete our application form at the link below. You can review a copy of the T&Cs here. Successful applicants will be required to sign and adhere to these.
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We focus on developing and championing diversity of talent which we know will create more resilient supply chains for the UK. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups and female applicants.
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UK based SMEs. Organisations active in critical materials supply chains (including materials development and provenance solutions, mid- and down-stream processing, component manufacturing, design for recycling, automated disassembly technologies and other enabling technologies) The programme is open to new participants only. If you have participated in any previous Innovate UK Business Connect Investment Readiness Programme then you will not be eligible to re-apply. { const el = $refs['accordion3']; const top = el.getBoundingClientRect().top + window.pageYOffset - 80; // adjust offset window.scrollTo({ top, behavior: 'smooth' }); }); } else { selected = null; } "> Proposed Schedule
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Find out more and apply

What to expect
Selected companies will benefit from a 12-week hybrid programme, combining expert-led online and in-person workshops. These sessions are designed not just to deliver content, but to foster deep peer-to-peer learning, build trusted relationships, and provide direct access to experts. Participation for in-person workshops is strongly encouraged to maximise the value of the programme, especially in terms of building your network and benefiting from real-time, collaborative feedback.
Programme Overview
The programme will support you to hone your pitch to investors, get a better understanding of the funding landscape, prepare your investment materials and be more confident in delivering a compelling commercial story. The programme will provide regular touch points with investors and mentors to help you navigate the fundraising process, make new connections and further your investment journey. The Programme will culminate in a live Showcase event where selected cohort members will pitch to an audience of investors active in the battery, transport and critical materials sectors.
At the end of the Programme, you’ll have
Developed a suite of investor pitch materials (elevator deck/investor deck/demo deck etc.). Greater confidence in investor meetings, negotiations and due diligence. Clear articulation of your value proposition, market, IP, financials, and growth plans. Gained pitch feedback from investors & industry experts. Built collaborative relationships with your cohort, industry experts & Innovate UK representatives along the way. A live investor pitch experience at our final Showcase (if selected). If you would like to apply to take part, please review the schedule and complete the application form. You can review a copy of the T&Cs here. Successful applicants will be required to sign and adhere to these.
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This programme is designed specifically for established companies that are actively developing a defined product or solution. If you’ve recently incorporated and are still shaping your idea, this may not be the right time to apply. The content is tailored for SMEs who are preparing to engage with investors in the next 6–12 months and need support refining their pitch, investment materials, and fundraising strategy.
We focus on developing and championing diversity of talent which we know will create a stronger battery ecosystem for the UK. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals and female applicants.
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UK registered SME. Actively developing hardware or software solutions in the battery value chain (e.g., materials, components, cells, recycling, enabling technologies). Serving sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defence, maritime, rail, or grid storage. Seeking to build relationships with investors and/or raise capital in the next 6– 12 months. You must not have participated in any previous Innovate UK Battery Investment Readiness Programmes in 2021 – 2024.
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Deadline for applications: 5pm, 31st July 2025 Applicants notified no later than 15th August 2025 2nd September (Virtual) Session 1: Briefing & Meet the Programme Team Getting to Know You 1:1s 16th September (in-person, London) Fundraising Workshop 1: Overview of Institutional Readiness Session 2: Narrative & Storytelling 18th September (Virtual) Session 3: Introduction to Intellectual Property 14th October (in-person, London) Fundraising Workshop 2: Deep dive into the Fundraising Deck + Market Sizing Fundraising Workshop 3: Financial Modelling & Valuations Session 4: Investor Interactions & Investor FAQ 23rd October (Virtual) Session 5: Investor Connections 13th November (in-person, London) Fundraising Workshop 4: Negotiating a Term Sheet & Term Sheet Walk-through Pitch Feedback Session – friendly faces 20th November (Virtual) Session 6: Showcase Selection Panel – industry experts 9th December (in-person, London) Batteries & Critical Materials Investor Showcase *The dates are subject to change and will be confirmed to successful applicants.
Find out more and apply