Tenders

ADOPT Facilitator Support Grant: Round 9
Farming, growing or forestry businesses based in England can apply for a grant of £2,500, to engage an external Project Facilitator to support the development of a Full ADOPT Grant application. Eligibility
This competition is open to single applicants only.

To apply for this grant your organisation must:
be an active farming, growing or forestry business of any size based in England be able to evidence that you are an established business, including sole traders and partnerships have a UK bank account Open now
Opened: 29 May 2026 Closes: 8 July 2026

About the Challenge DS3 x Bow Capital Hackathon is a 36-hour, hosted by the Data Science Student Society (DS3) at UC San Diego, bringing together 100 students to build impactful solutions at the intersection of AI, data, and real-world challenges. This year’s theme centers on Defense, and all projects must align with it.
Participants may compete in up to one track:
Drone Intelligence (Focus Area: Engineering/Hardware)
Logistics & Cybersecurity (Focus Area: AI Compute/Electrical Engineering
What to Expect: The DS3 x Bow Capital Hackathon is designed to support builders of all levels with hands-on workshops across AI, hardware, mentorship from industry professionals and researchers, a collaborative, high-energy environment with peers from UCSD, and direct access to sponsors.
  Getting Started: Before the event, form a team of 2-4 people  (or participate solo), select your track, and come ready to build.
During the event: attend workshops to learn tools like 3D printing and Uno Q, work with mentors to refine your idea, overcome blockers, and strengthen your pitch.
  Final Presentation: At the end of the hackathon, teams will present their projects in an expo-style judging session, showcasing their solutions to judges, sponsors, and the broader community. Each track and challenge has its own judging criteria! The rubrics will not be released.
Requirements
What to Build During the DS3 x Bow Capital Hackathon, teams will build a project from scratch over the 36-hour hacking period. Your project should address a meaningful problem using data, AI, hardware, or related technologies, while aligning with the overall hackathon theme and the selected tracks. Strong projects will demonstrate clear technical depth, originality, and thoughtful execution.
What to Submit Each team is required to submit their project on Devpost with a clear and complete overview of their work. Submissions must include a project name and description that explains the problem being addressed and why it matters. A 3-minute demo video is required, showcasing the project in action.
For code-based tracks, teams must provide a public GitHub repository containing their implementation, along with an online deployed demo. For hardware or non-deployed projects, teams should include images or visuals that clearly demonstrate their system. All submissions should also list the full tech stack, including tools, frameworks, APIs, and hardware used.

In addition, teams are expected to prepare presentation materials for judging, such as a slide deck, pitch, web page, and/or architecture diagram to support their final expo presentation.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$10,000 in prizes Autonomous Navigation and Edge AI Track (Hardware): 1st Place
$3,500 in cash 1 winner $875 gift card EACH and winners get a tour and interview for a summer internship at FireStorm Labs, based in San Diego
Logistics & Cybersecurity Track (Software): 1st Place
$3,500 in cash 1 winner $875 gift card EACH and winners get a tour and interview for a summer internship at FireStorm Labs, based in San Diego
Autonomous Navigation and Edge AI Track (Hardware): 2nd Place
$1,500 in cash 1 winner $375 gift card EACH and winners get a tour and interview for a summer internship at FireStorm Labs, based in San Diego
Logistics & Cybersecurity Track (Software): 2nd Place
$1,500 in cash 1 winner $375 gift card EACH and winners get a tour and interview for a summer internship at FireStorm Labs, based in San Diego
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Scott Tait
Lumetec
Jake Windle
Harpoon
Douglass Evans

Jeff Taylor
Taylor Consulting Agency
Daryl Porter

Jeff Klein

Scott Smith

Andre Ranadive
Bow Capital
Ian Walker
Bow Capital
Seth Taylor
Victus AI
Rachel Costello
UCSD
Judging Criteria
TBD

SWECCATHON 2026
Benchmark literally anything
SWECCATHON 2026 is SWECC’s build weekend for AI environments. Over the weekend you’ll design an environment — a game, a simulation, a slice of a real job — and put AI agents to the test inside it on mesocosm, SWECC’s open benchmarking platform.
If you can describe a task, you can benchmark it. You build the world; mesocosm runs the agents, scores them, and hands you the traces. Your goal: make us go “I didn’t know a model could do that.”
Who it’s for
Open to all UW undergrads, CS and non-CS alike. Team up (1–4 people) or come solo and find teammates at the event. No ML background required.
Schedule
Fri, May 29 — Kickoff (in person, ~2 hrs): intro to mesocosm, quick-start, two live demos, example benchmarks, and the three tracks. Hacking starts right after. Sat, May 30 – Mon, Jun 1 — Build: tech support on Discord all weekend. Mon, Jun 1 · 4:00 PM — Submissions close. Mon, Jun 1 · 5:00 PM — Judging & closing (in person): top 5 teams present (3–5 min); judges name one winner per track + an overall winner. Judging
One north star: the wow factor. Then:
Criterion
Weight
Track execution & wow
~40%
Usefulness & gap
30%
Data & reusability
20%
Presentation clarity
10%
 
Credits, prizes & swag
Cursor API credits at the event (~1/team; skip one if you’re already on a paid plan). Platform runs covered by mesocosm — use cheaper/local models (DeepSeek, Ollama) first. Sponsored by Google; swag + food & drinks provided. Track prizes announced soon. Requirements
What to build — A benchmark environment on mesocosm. Pick a track and build a task an agent can attempt; implement mesocosm’s four-endpoint contract (/health, /reset, /step, /close) via three files: env.py, adapter.py, benchanything.json. The CLI scaffolds it in minutes.
Submit on Devpost
A public GitHub repo with your benchmark. A UI / visualization of your agent traces (or the thing you simulate). A 1–2 min demo video — voiceover walkthrough, no face needed; unlisted YouTube/Vimeo link. Teams: 1–4, all UW undergrads. Register your team on Devpost before submitting.
Deadline: Mon Jun 1 · 4 PM (judging 5 PM, in person).
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
2 non-cash prizes Google Merchandise
1 winner Tumblers, Bottles, and Hats...
Surprise Prizes for top 3 and overall winner.
3 winners Still ordering these... lol.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Simon Kurgan
Amazon
Niti Shah
Google
Rogerio Panigassi
Google
Raman Singh
Google
Judging Criteria
Track Execution & WOW
How well did you solve the ideas laid out in the track description? Does your app have robust data? Does it have a robust UI or scoring system? Did you very clearly think about the design of the app? Usefulness & Gap
Does your app address a real need? Does it provide something nobody else can OR provide it >= better? Data & Reusability
How reproducible are your benchmark runs, How useful is the data you create? Presentation Clarity
How clear is your UI that showcases your idea, how good is your video if you submitted one?

About the Challenge Welcome to AgentVerse 2026 — a next-generation AI hackathon built for innovators, builders, developers, and creators.
This challenge invites participants to design impactful solutions across advanced technology domains including:
• LLM, MCP & Agentic AI
• 3D Character AI Chatbots for Business
• Social Media Innovation & Recommendation Systems
• AI-Powered Agriculture (Open Innovation)
• Voice Agents for BPO & Enterprise Operations
Whether you're building autonomous AI systems, intelligent business assistants, recommendation engines, or real-world AI applications, AgentVerse provides a platform to transform ideas into innovation.
Get Started Register for the hackathon.
Explore the official themes and guidelines.
Form your team or participate individually.
Build your project and prepare your submission.
Submit your demo, project details, and repository before the deadline.
Get ready to Build. Innovate. Automate. Impact.
🚀 Communication & Updates
For announcements, hackathon updates, reminders, and community discussions, join our official WhatsApp group below.
📲 Join Here:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/HP6vCmcHAMC8EnZkIuDZyh?s=cl&p=a&mlu=1&amv=0

Hackathon updates : https://agentverse-beryl.vercel.app/#/
Requirements
What to Build Build an innovative solution aligned with one of the official AgentVerse themes:
• LLM, MCP & Agentic AI
• 3D Character AI Chatbots for Business
• Social Media Innovation & Recommendation Systems
• AI-Powered Agriculture (Open Innovation)
• Voice Agents for BPO & Enterprise Operations
Projects should demonstrate creativity, technical implementation, problem-solving, and real-world impact.
Participants may compete individually or as a team.
What to Submit Each submission must include:
• Project Title & Short Description
• Problem Statement & Solution Overview
• Demo Video (Recommended)
• GitHub Repository / Source Code
• Live Demo / Deployment Link (if available)
• Technologies, APIs, or AI Models Used
• Team Information & Member Details
Ensure all submissions are completed before the official deadline.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
3 non-cash prizes AI TOOLS
1 winner ** First Prize – Ultimate Premium Creator & AI Bundle**
Gain access to a curated collection of **100+ Premium AI, Design, Learning, SEO, Productivity, and Creative Tools**, empowering you to build, create, design, learn, and innovate without limits.
WEB DOMAIN
1 winner Second Prize – Premium Domain (.site)1 year
Launch your next big idea with a free .site domain, perfect for showcasing portfolios, startups, products, personal brands, or hackathon projects.
CANVA PREMIUM
1 winner Third Prize – Canva Premium (1 Year)
Unlock 1 Year of Canva Premium access with premium templates, advanced design tools, brand kits, AI features, and creative resources for professional-quality content creation.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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KARTHICKKUMAR S
AI ENGINEER
SWARNAMALYA MOHAN
Senior AI/ML Advisor at FedEx
Judging Criteria
Innovation & Creativity
How unique, creative, and forward-thinking the solution is. Original ideas, novel approaches, and innovative implementation. Technical Excellence
Quality of architecture, technical depth, AI integration, scalability, and implementation complexity. Impact & Problem Solving
How effectively the project addresses a real-world challenge and creates meaningful value. Design & User Experience
User interface, usability, accessibility, presentation quality, and overall user experience. Demo & Presentation
Clarity of explanation, demo effectiveness, project storytelling, and communication of the solution.

Hackaburg 2026 is a three-day hackathon in Regensburg where students, developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts come together to build creative prototypes, explore new technologies, and solve real-world challenges.
What makes Hackaburg special is its community-driven spirit: founded at OTH Regensburg in 2016, it has grown into one of the region’s most established hackathons while keeping its open, hands-on, and welcoming atmosphere. In 2026, we are celebrating 10 years of Hackaburg — bringing together fresh ideas, strong partners, great workshops, and a weekend full of building, learning, and collaboration.
 
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
€4,500 in prizes First Place
€2,000 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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Selected judges from sponsors and Ratisbona Coding

Judging Criteria
Innovation
How new is the idea? Technical Difficutly
How complex was the implementation? Impact
How big is the impact of your solution? UI/UIX
How good is the UI and the user experience? Presentation
How good is the presentation?

Future offshore wind technologies: industrial research (Research Organisations)
UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £10 million to support Industrial research in Offshore Wind across the two strands of the competition. This funding is from Innovate UK. Eligibility
This competition is open to collaborations only.
To lead a collaborative project your organisation must be a UK registered business of any size. The consortium must contain at least one UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprise (SME) claiming grant funding on this application.
Closing soon
Opened: 29 May 2026 Closes: 3 June 2026

Full ADOPT Grant: Round 7 - Academic Partners
Farming, growing or forestry businesses based in England can apply for a share of up to £5 million for on-farm trial and demonstration projects, to improve adoption of new ideas or solutions in the agricultural sector. Eligibility
This competition is open to collaborations only.
To lead a project your organisation must:
be an active farming, growing or forestry business of any size based in England be able to evidence that you are an established business, including sole traders and partnerships collaborate with at least one other farming business of any size based in the UK Closing soon
Opened: 29 May 2026 Closes: 3 June 2026

About the challenge
HackFox 2026 es un hackathon presencial de 26 horas en Tijuana, organizado por GDG Tijuana, donde equipos de desarrolladores, diseñadores, estudiantes, product managers y emprendedores construyen soluciones tecnológicas reales para problemas de Baja California.
El evento se llevará a cabo el 28 y 29 de mayo de 2026 en Pixeland Arcade, Tijuana. Los equipos serán de 4 personas, mixtos y multidisciplinarios. Durante el hackathon, los participantes tendrán acceso a mentorías, talleres, alimentación y créditos de Google Cloud.
 
El objetivo principal es desarrollar un prototipo funcional que resuelva un problema real, sea demostrable en vivo y tenga impacto medible en la comunidad.
Get started
El registro es gratuito. Los participantes pueden registrarse individualmente o con equipo. Si alguien se registra sin equipo, podrá hacer match con otros participantes para formar un equipo final de 4 personas.
 
El hackathon inicia con el registro y bienvenida presencial, seguido por 26 horas de desarrollo con mentorías, talleres y checkpoints. Al final, los proyectos se entregan en Devpost con demo, repositorio y explicación de la solución. Los finalistas presentan un pitch elevator ante el jurado, y posteriormente se realiza la deliberación y premiación.
Requirements
What to Build
Los equipos deberán construir un prototipo funcional relacionado con uno de los tracks del hackathon. La solución debe atender un problema real de Baja California, ser técnicamente demostrable y proponer un enfoque innovador.
Para el track Tijuana sin Barreras, el reto consiste en crear una solución de accesibilidad multimodal para servicios públicos. Tijuana no fue diseñada pensando en todos: personas con discapacidad motriz, adultos mayores y familias enfrentan banquetas dañadas, transporte inaccesible y trayectos que pueden convertirse en recorridos de horas o incluso ser imposibles.
  La propuesta esperada es una plataforma de ruteo accesible en tiempo real que permita planear trayectos seguros y facilitar el reporte ciudadano de barreras físicas mediante fotos y ubicación, ayudando a mantener un mapa vivo de la ciudad.
What to Submit
Antes del deadline, cada equipo deberá subir su proyecto a Devpost con:
Demo funcional del prototipo. Repositorio de código. Explicación clara de la solución. Track seleccionado. Tecnologías utilizadas. Evidencia visual del proyecto, como capturas o video. Descripción del impacto social esperado. Presentación o pitch final. Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
MEX$40,000 in prizes Winner
MEX$40,000 in cash 1 winner
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Emanuelle Ruelas

Julia Diaz

Edwin Salinas

Maria Lugo

Cristian Castillo

Fermin Armenta

Judging Criteria
Impacto social
Evalúa qué tan bien el proyecto resuelve un problema real de Baja California de forma medible. Se considerará la relevancia del problema, el beneficio para la comunidad y la claridad del impacto esperado. Funcionalidad técnica
Se considerará si la solución cumple con su objetivo principal, si las funciones clave están implementadas, si existe integración real con APIs o servicios tecnológicos, y si el equipo puede mostrar una demo clara durante la evaluación. Innovación
Se tomará en cuenta el uso original de tecnología, la combinación de herramientas, la creatividad de la solución y la capacidad del proyecto para diferenciarse de alternativas existentes. Calidad del código
Se considerará que el repositorio sea entendible, que el código esté organizado, que exista una arquitectura clara, que se usen nombres descriptivos y que el equipo documente cómo ejecutar o entender la solución. Pitch y presentación
Evalúa la claridad, impacto y comunicación efectiva del equipo durante la presentación final. Se considerará si el equipo explica bien el problema, la solución, el impacto, la demo y las tecnologías utilizadas dentro del tiempo asignado.

Vortexa is a 24-hour innovation-driven hackathon organized by Hackhere, bringing together developers, designers, innovators, and problem solvers from across the country to build impactful solutions for real-world challenges.
This hackathon is focused on emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Blockchain, Web Development, and Open Innovation. Participants will collaborate, innovate, and transform ideas into working prototypes within 24 hours.
Whether you are a beginner, student founder, or experienced developer, Vortexa provides the perfect platform to showcase your skills, network with industry experts, and compete for exciting prizes and opportunities.
Highlights • Registration Fee: ₹1000 per team
• 24-Hour Offline Hackathon
• Internship Opportunities
• AI Credits & Sponsor Benefits
• Networking with Industry Mentors
• Exciting Goodies for Participants
Get Started Register your team for Vortexa Choose your problem statement or domain Start building your innovative solution Submit your project before the deadline Present your solution to the judges  Requirements
What to Build Participants must develop a functional prototype or innovative solution related to one of the hackathon themes such as:
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Blockchain
• Web & App Development
• Open Innovation
Projects should demonstrate creativity, technical implementation, real-world impact, and scalability.
What to Submit Each team must submit:
• Project Title & Description
• GitHub Repository Link
• Demo Video or Presentation
• PPT or Documentation (Optional)
• Team Details
• Proper Instructions to Run the Project
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize 1st prize
1 winner The 1st Prize winning team will receive an exclusive Internship Opportunity from our internship partner.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Sivaparanjothi T
Founder & CEO / Cristel
Judging Criteria
Innovation & Creativity
How unique and creative the idea is. Projects should demonstrate original thinking and innovative problem-solving approaches. Technical Implementation
Evaluation of the technical complexity, functionality, and quality of the developed solution or prototype. Impact & Practicality
How effectively the solution solves a real-world problem and its potential impact on users, industries, or society. Design & User Experience
Assessment of the project’s interface, usability, accessibility, and overall user experience. Presentation & Pitch
How clearly and confidently the team presents their idea, demo, implementation, and future scope. Scalability & Future Potential
Evaluation of whether the solution can grow, scale, and be implemented in real-world scenarios beyond the hackathon.

Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 Discovery C6
Organisations can apply for a share of up to £30 million exclusive of VAT, for collaborative Discovery Phase Projects that meet the Round 5 challenges. This funding is from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund. Eligibility
This competition is open to collaborations only.

To lead a Discovery Phase Project, you must be an Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network, transmission operator, or Electricity System Operator (ESO).
Open now
Opened: 27 May 2026 Closes: 24 June 2026

Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Discovery C6
Organisations can apply for a share of up to £30 million exclusive of VAT, for collaborative Discovery Phase Projects that meet the Innovation Challenges. This funding is from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund. Eligibility
This competition is open to collaborations only.

To lead a Discovery Phase Project, you must be an Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network, transmission operator, or National Electricity System Operator (NESO).
Open now
Opened: 27 May 2026 Closes: 24 June 2026

You no longer need to choose between shipping quickly and using data infrastructure that will hold up in real-world traffic and scale. With the integration between AWS Databases and Vercel, the application you prototype over a weekend can run on the same data foundation that startups and enterprises use for production deployment. You can focus on building and iterating on your product quickly on an operationally proven database from day one. Use Vercel’s v0 to scaffold a production-ready Next.js frontend and connect it to one of three AWS Databases: Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL Aurora DSQL, or DynamoDB. Build a full-stack application that could actually go to production in minutes.
 
 Why join?
$80,000 in cash prizes and an additional $80,000 in AWS credits! Get hands-on with a production stack: AWS Databases and Vercel Build something real – judges are looking for shippable software, not just demos  
Get Started
Sign up for an AWS account if you don’t already have one Sign up for a v0.app account if you don’t already have one Fill out the request form to get AWS & v0 Credits Choose and provision your AWS Databases Build. Ship. Submit! Requirements
What to Create
Build a full-stack application within one of the tracks below. Regardless of track, you must use one of three designated AWS Databases (Aurora PostgreSQL, Aurora DSQL, or DynamoDB) and deploy your front end on Vercel or v0.app.
Track 1: Monetizable B2C app. Develop a business-to-consumer application tailored for industries like ecommerce, travel, retail, or hospitality, perfect for those looking to launch a side hustle or scale a full-time venture. Track 2: Monetizable B2B app. Create a business-to-business application that solves challenges for companies in industries such as finance, technology, healthcare, insurance, marketing and advertising, or any other sector you are passionate about. Track 3: Million-scale global app. Create an application in the gaming, social media, or entertainment sectors, with a thoughtful application architecture designed to be able to scale to millions of users globally. Track 4: Open innovation. Anything goes! Build any full-stack application that creatively implements the Vercel/v0 and AWS Databases stack. What to submit
Text description - tell us which AWS database(s) you used
~3-5 minute demo video (YouTube preferred)
should explain what problem your application is solving, for whom, and why you chose this problem
should include footage that shows your working application
should explain the AWS Database(s) used in the submission
Published Vercel Project Link & Vercel Team ID
Architecture Diagram that shows how the project application connects to back-end components Include the following screenshots of your v0/Vercel Project:  Storage Configuration to prove AWS Database usage Optionally for Bonus Points
Publish a piece of content (blog, podcast, video): Cover how you built your project using one of the specified AWS databases and Vercel. You can submit more than one piece of content. The content must be published publicly (e.g., on builder.aws.com, LinkedIn, medium.com, dev.to, YouTube, etc.) and not unlisted. You must include language that says you created the piece of content for the purposes of entering this hackathon. When sharing on social media, use the hashtag #H0Hackathon. See full rules for details. 
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$80,000 in prizes First Place | Monetizable B2C App
$10,000 in cash 1 winner • $10,000 USD in cash
• $10,000 USD in AWS Credits
Second Place | Monetizable B2C App
$5,000 in cash 1 winner • $5,000 USD in cash
• $5,000 USD in AWS Credits
Third Place | Monetizable B2C App
$3,000 in cash 1 winner • $3,000 USD in cash
• $3,000 USD in AWS Credits
First Place | Monetizable B2B App
$10,000 in cash 1 winner • $10,000 USD in cash
• $10,000 USD in AWS Credits
Second Place | Monetizable B2B App
$5,000 in cash 1 winner • $5,000 USD in cash
• $5,000 USD in AWS Credits
Third Place | Monetizable B2B App
$3,000 in cash 1 winner • $3,000 USD in cash
• $3,000 USD in AWS Credits
First Place | Million-scale Global App
$10,000 in cash 1 winner • $10,000 USD in cash
• $10,000 USD in AWS Credits
Second Place | Million-scale Global App
$5,000 in cash 1 winner • $5,000 USD in cash
• $5,000 USD in AWS Credits
Third Place | Million-scale Global App
$3,000 in cash 1 winner • $3,000 USD in cash
• $3,000 USD in AWS Credits
First Place | Open Innovation
$10,000 in cash 1 winner • $10,000 USD in cash
• $10,000 USD in AWS Credits
Second Place | Open Innovation
$5,000 in cash 1 winner • $5,000 USD in cash
• $5,000 USD in AWS Credits
Third Place | Open Innovation
$3,000 in cash 1 winner • $3,000 USD in cash
• $3,000 USD in AWS Credits
Best Technical Implementation
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• $2,000 USD in AWS Credits
Best Design
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• $2,000 USD in AWS Credits
Most Impactful
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• $2,000 USD in AWS Credits
Most Original
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• $2,000 USD in AWS Credits
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Joseph Idziorek
Director, Product management, AWS Databases
Abhinav Anand
Technical Product Marketing, AWS
Karthik Vijayraghavan
Sr Manager, NoSQL Solutions Architects, AWS
Aditya Samant
Principal Database Specialist Solutions Architect, AWS Databases
Judging Criteria
Technological Implementation
Does the project show real software craftsmanship? Is the AWS database (Aurora, Aurora DSQL, or DynamoDB) integrated with a deliberate data model and architecture? Does the Vercel deployment go beyond basics? Is the app clean, purposeful and intentional? Design
Is the user experience intuitive and well-considered? Does the front-end feel designed in relation to the back-end? Is there a cohesive, intentional balance between the two layers that reflects full-stack thinking? Impact & Real-world Applicability
Does the project solve a meaningful problem for a real audience? Does the use of scalable database infrastructure frontend deployment make the solution more viable — not just functional, but potentially shippable? Originality
How creative and original is the concept? Does the project demonstrate a genuine insight about what's possible with this stack? If the idea isn't new, how significantly does this implementation push it forward?

Welcome to the Zero2One Hackathon! 🚀
[Event Overview] The Zero2One Hackathon is an 'AI-based Problem Solving Creation Contest' where participants use AI technologies to define real-world problems and build creative solutions. Participants will use AI tools to visualize their ideas or implement various forms of deliverables, presenting a unique story about their problem definition and the solution-building process.
[Purpose & Expected Outcomes] This hackathon aims to foster creative thinking and problem-solving skills by encouraging students to discover and solve everyday and social problems on their own. Experience AI not merely as a simple generation tool, but as a supplementary partner for expanding ideas and enhancing the problem-solving process! Moving beyond simple output creation, you will improve your thought-based project execution capabilities and develop convergent thinking.
[Hackathon Theme] 💡 "Engage in creative activities that solve a problem you have defined or deliver a meaningful message using AI."
[Schedule] (Note: All sessions will take place during school activity hours)
 
 
May 25 (Sun): Registration & Team Formation / Idea Planning
May 26 (Mon): Problem Definition & Start of AI-based Project Creation
May 27 (Tue): Project Creation & Drafting the Description (Story)
May 28 (Wed): Final Polish & Submission Preparation
May 29 (Thu): Presentation (Pitch), Judging, and Feedback (Judging Day)
Requirements
When submitting your project on Devpost, participants must include the following two components:
1. The Output (Deliverable)
There are no format restrictions! Freely choose the method that best expresses your idea.
Accepted formats include: Images, videos, text (essays/articles), presentation slides, websites, apps, prototypes, etc.
(When submitting on Devpost, please upload your files directly or provide an external link—e.g., Figma, YouTube, GitHub, Google Drive—in your submission).
2. The Description (Project Story)
The "process" is just as important as the final output. Please detail the following four elements in your Devpost Project Story:
Problem Definition: What specific problem did you discover?
Target Audience (For whom): Who is this solution for?
Intent & Approach: How did you intend to solve this problem, and what was your approach?
AI Utilization Process: Specifically, how did you utilize AI tools during the planning and creation phases?
 
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize REWARD
2 winners read the description
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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선생님

Judging Criteria
read the description

Build production-ready agents on Qwen — and show the world what an agent can do.
The Global AI Hackathon with Qwen Cloud invites professional developers, AI/ML engineers, and builders to design and ship sophisticated multi-agent systems, complex AI workflows, and production-grade applications using Qwen and other flagship models available on Qwen Cloud infrastructure. With advanced reasoning and multimodal capabilities, QwenCloud is built for builders who care about architectural depth and engineering excellence.
Pick a track and build something real. Compete for total $70,000+ in cash and cloud credits, get featured on the Qwen Cloud blog, and earn an invite to join the AI Catalyst program. 
Why Join
Build with Qwen Cloud. Access Qwen and other flagship models with advanced reasoning and multimodal understanding — all on Qwen Cloud infrastructure purpose-built for production AI. Get free Qwen Cloud credits to build, deploy, and scale your agent. Win a total of $70,000+ in cash and cloud credits plus blog features, swag, and an invite to the AI Catalyst program for standout teams. 
Get started
Register on Devpost (2 minutes) Sign up for Qwen Cloud. Click here to Sign up for your free trial and request your free hackathon credits via our coupon form. To learn more about the hackathon you can check here.(5 minutes) Join the Qwen Cloud Discord (2 minutes) Pick your track, review the sample projects and reference architecture in the Resources and start building. (30 minutes to first run) Requirements
What to Build
Build a project using Qwen models available on Qwen Cloud and fall within at least one of these tracks. 
Track 1: MemoryAgent
Build an Agent with persistent memory that autonomously accumulates experience, remembers user preferences, and makes increasingly accurate decisions across multi-turn, cross-session interactions. Participants should focus on:efficient memory storage and retrieval, timely forgetting of outdated information, and recalling critical memories within limited context windows. Track 2: AI Showrunner
Leverage video generation capabilities such as Wan / HappyHorse to build an Agent that autonomously handles the entire short drama creation pipeline — from scriptwriting and storyboarding to video generation and editing. Participants should demonstrate the Agent's narrative ability and multimodal orchestration skills while maximizing output quality under a limited token budget. This track has the highest token allowance. Track 3: Agent Society
Design a multi-agent collaboration system where multiple Agents with distinct capabilities work together through task division, dialogue, and negotiation to accomplish complex tasks. Participants should showcase: how Agents decompose tasks and assign roles, how they resolve disagreements and execution conflicts, and a measurable efficiency gain over single-agent baselines. Track 4: Autopilot Agent
Build an Agent that automates real-world business workflows end-to-end. Scenarios are open-ended — for example, from customer inquiry emails to quote generation, from system alerts to automated remediation, or from resume screening to interview scheduling. Participants should demonstrate the Agent's ability to handle ambiguous inputs, invoke external tools, and incorporate human-in-the-loop checkpoints at critical decision points. Emphasis is on production-readiness over toy demos. Track 5: EdgeAgent
Build Qwen-powered physical devices — robots, IoT agents, smart hardware — that perceive via edge sensors, reason via cloud APIs/Skills, and act locally. Participants should demonstrate: robust edge-cloud orchestration under bandwidth/latency constraints, privacy-aware data handling, and graceful degradation in offline/weak-network Scenarios.  
What to Submit
Provide a URL to your code repository for judging and testing. The repository must contain all necessary source code, assets, and instructions required for the project to be functional. The repository must be public and open source by including an open source license file. This license should be detectable and visible at the top of the repository page (in the About section). Include Proof of Alibaba Cloud Deployment: You must demonstrate that the backend is running on Alibaba Cloud with a short recording (separate from your demo) proving your Project’s backend is running on Alibaba Cloud. Please provide this proof in the form of a link to a code file in your code repo that demonstrates use of Alibaba Cloud services and APIs. Include an Architecture Diagram showing a clear visual representation of your system (e.g., how Qwen Cloud connects to your backend, database, and frontend). Include a video (about 3 minutes) that demonstrates your submission functioning. Videos must be uploaded to YouTube, Vimeo, or Facebook Video and made public. Include a text description that should explain the features and functionality of your Project. Identify which Track you are submitting into. Optional: Provide a URL to a published Blog or Social Post showing your journey building with QwenCloud to be eligible for the Blog Post Prize. See more details above for Blog Submission.  
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$45,000 in prizes Track 1: MemoryAgent
$7,000 in cash 1 winner $7,000 cash + $3,000 cloud credits
Blog post featuring the winning submissions
Swag bag
Opportunity to become our Ambassador
Track 2: AI Showrunner
$7,000 in cash 1 winner $7,000 cash + $3,000 cloud credits
Blog post featuring the winning submissions
Swag bag
Opportunity to become our Ambassador
Track 3: Agent Society
$7,000 in cash 1 winner $7,000 cash + $3,000 cloud credits
Blog post featuring the winning submissions
Swag bag
Opportunity to become our Ambassador
Track 4: Autopilot Agent
$7,000 in cash 1 winner $7,000 cash + $3,000 cloud credits
Blog post featuring the winning submissions
Swag bag
Opportunity to become our Ambassador
Track 5: EdgeAgent
$7,000 in cash 1 winner $7,000 cash + $3,000 cloud credits
Blog post featuring the winning submissions
Swag bag
Opportunity to become our Ambassador
Blog Post Award
$500 in cash 10 winners $500 cash + $500 cloud credits
Top 10 Honorable Mention Projects
$500 in cash 10 winners $500 cash + $500 cloud credits
Devpost Achievements
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Judging Criteria
Technical Depth & Engineering (30%)
Does the project make sophisticated use of QwenCloud APIs (e.g., custom skills, MCP integrations)? Does the project demonstrate algorithmic or engineering innovation through novel solutions, custom components, or performance optimization? Innovation & AI Creativity (30%)
Is the architecture high-quality, with strong modularity, scalability, and error handling? Does the project reflect clean code and non-trivial logic? Does the tech stack show sophistication via advanced patterns and thoughtful adoption? Problem Value & Impact (25%)
Does the project have real-world relevance by solving an authentic technical or business pain point? Does the project have scalability potential for productization or open-source community adoption? Presentation & Documentation (15%)
Is the technical demo clear, with the key logic visualized effectively? Is the documentation clear, including architecture docs that describe the project?

Where Innovation Meets Economics Welcome to Hacknomics 2026, a global innovation hackathon focused on building the future of technology, business, finance, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation.
Hacknomics is designed for developers, startup founders, economists, product builders, designers, analysts, and innovators who want to create impactful solutions for real-world challenges. This hackathon combines the energy of technology with the strategic thinking of economics and business innovation.
Whether you are building AI-powered financial systems, startup automation tools, productivity platforms, Web3 applications, sustainability solutions, or next-generation business products, Hacknomics provides the platform to turn your ideas into reality.
Participants from around the world will collaborate, compete, and showcase their projects before a global jury panel consisting of industry professionals, founders, engineers, researchers, and innovation leaders.
Why Hacknomics is Different Global participant community Real-world business and technology focus Industry-level judging standards Beginner-friendly and open to all backgrounds Networking opportunities with mentors and jury members Verifiable certificates and achievement recognition Focus on innovation, scalability, and execution Flexible virtual participation model Hacknomics is not just another coding competition — it is a platform built to encourage future-ready innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
Hackathon Themes & Tracks Participants may submit projects under any of the following tracks:
Artificial Intelligence & Automation AI agents, workflow automation, recommendation systems, generative AI tools, intelligent analytics, and machine learning applications.
FinTech & Digital Economy Digital banking, payment systems, investment platforms, financial analytics, fraud prevention, and decentralized finance.
Startup & Business Innovation Business productivity platforms, SaaS tools, CRM systems, enterprise automation, growth solutions, and scalable digital products.
Cybersecurity & Privacy Security systems, authentication tools, threat monitoring, privacy-focused applications, and secure infrastructure.
Smart Infrastructure & Sustainability Climate-tech, smart cities, energy optimization, environmental monitoring, and sustainability solutions.
Healthcare & HealthTech Healthcare accessibility, patient support systems, AI in healthcare, medical analytics, and wellness platforms.
Open Innovation Participants may build any impactful and innovative solution addressing a real-world problem.
Event Structure Stage Details Registration Phase Open registrations for individuals and teams Building Period Teams develop and refine their projects Submission Deadline Final project submissions close Jury Evaluation Industry experts review submissions Winner Announcement Official results and awards released Requirements
To qualify for judging, participants must complete all required submission steps before the deadline.
Mandatory Submission Requirements Participants must submit:
Project Title Team Information Problem Statement Solution Description GitHub Repository Link Working Prototype or MVP Presentation Deck or Documentation Recommended Submission Materials Participants are encouraged to include:
Demo Video Deployment Link Architecture Diagram Product Walkthrough Scalability Plan Future Roadmap Technical Documentation Project Expectations Projects should:
Solve a meaningful problem Demonstrate innovation and creativity Include technical implementation Be functional or prototype-ready Show business or practical impact Be substantially developed during the hackathon period Projects may include:
Web applications Mobile applications AI systems SaaS platforms APIs and integrations Open-source tools Automation systems Research prototypes Video Participants may optionally submit a demo or explainer video showcasing:
Problem Statement Product Walkthrough Features & Functionality Technical Architecture Future Scope Recommended video length: 2–5 minutes.
YouTube or Vimeo links are accepted. Ensure that video visibility and embedding are enabled before submission.
  Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
5 non-cash prizes Grand Winner Award – 1st Place
1 winner The Grand Winner title will be awarded to the team that demonstrates exceptional innovation, technical excellence, scalability, creativity, and real-world impact.
Winner Benefits:
Official Winner Certificate with Verification
Featured Recognition across Official Platforms
Premium Swag Package & Exclusive Merchandise
Priority Community Spotlight Feature
Jury & Mentor Recognition
Lifetime Achievement Recognition in Community Records
Priority Consideration for Future Events & Collaborations
Featured Project Showcase on Official Website and Social Channels
The winning team will be recognized as one of the top-performing innovators of Hacknomics 2026.
Runner-Up Award – 2nd Place
1 winner Awarded to the team that delivers an outstanding project with strong execution, innovation, and presentation quality.
Runner-Up Benefits:
Official Runner-Up Certificate
Premium Swag Rewards
Project Feature Across Community Platforms
Recognition from Jury Panel
Digital Achievement Badge
Access to Future Priority Opportunities
Excellence Award – 3rd Place
1 winner Presented to teams that showcase impressive creativity, problem-solving ability, and strong technical implementation.
Benefits:
Achievement Certificate
Official Recognition
Community Spotlight Mention
Exclusive Event Rewards
Digital Achievement Badge
Special Category Awards
15 winners To encourage creativity across multiple domains, additional awards will be presented in specialized categories.
Special Awards Include:
Best AI Innovation
Best FinTech Solution
Best Startup & Business Innovation
Best UI/UX Design
Best Open Innovation Project
Best Sustainability Solution
Best Healthcare Innovation
Best Beginner Team
Community Choice Award
Best Technical Implementation
Special Award Winners Receive:
Category Winner Certificates
Exclusive Recognition Features
Swag & Community Rewards
Highlighted Project Mentions
Priority Networking Opportunities
Participation Rewards & Benefits
500 winners At Hacknomics, we believe innovation and effort deserve recognition beyond just the winning teams.
Eligible participants will receive a wide range of professional and community benefits designed to support their growth, visibility, and learning experience.
All Eligible Participants May Receive:
Official Verifiable Participation Certificate
Professionally designed participation certificates with verification support that can be added to:
LinkedIn profiles
Portfolios
Student profiles
Professional applications
Digital Achievement Badge
Participants will receive digital recognition badges acknowledging their successful participation and contribution.
Community Recognition
Selected projects and teams may be highlighted across:
Official website
Social media platforms
Community announcements
Participant showcases
Networking Opportunities
Participants may gain exposure to:
Jury members
Industry professionals
Startup founders
Developers and innovators worldwide
Access to Future Opportunities
Outstanding participants may receive:
Invitations to future hackathons
Priority community access
Collaboration opportunities
Special event invitations
Swag & Event Collectibles
Selected participants and active community contributors may receive:
Event merchandise
Swag kits
Digital collectibles
Exclusive community rewards
Referral Reward Program
Participants can unlock additional rewards by referring friends, developers, and innovators to join Hacknomics.
Devpost Achievements
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Johanna Grytberg
Garton Jones
Gaetano Marciano
Senior Software Engineer, Binance
Judging Criteria
Creativity
Functionality

Quarterly Projects Submission from the IEEE Student Branch @ UC San Diego Requirements
Participants must submit the following on Devpost by the deadline (Saturday, May 31 at 11:45pm):
Project Title and Description: Provide a clear and concise explanation of your project, including its purpose, functionality, and significance to the theme. Demo Video: Upload a 1–3 minute video showcasing your project, explaining how it works and its key features. Code Repository: Include a link to your GitHub (or equivalent) repository containing the project code and any necessary documentation. Presentation Materials: Share any posters, slides, or visual aids used during the showcase for additional context. Team Members: List all the names and roles of all team members who contributed to the project. Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
3 non-cash prizes 1st place; $50 for each group member
1 winner Amazon Gift Card
2nd place; $40 for each group member
1 winner Amazon Gift Card
3rd place; $30 for each group member
1 winner Amazon Gift Card
Devpost Achievements
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Judging Criteria
Evaluation Breakdown
50% in-person presentation, 50% devpost submission

Scale Without Borders is hosting a fully virtual AI Hackathon for newcomers and immigrants across Canada. 
Schedule
May 21 (6-9 PM EST): Kick off, Opening Ceremony, Industry panel, workshops May 22: Drop-in mentor support and workshop sessions May 23: Refine pitch and finalize project for submission May 24: Project submission deadline May 27: Selected teams advance to Demo Day to present their projects to judges Join us to build innovative AI projects, connect with mentors and industry professionals, participate in fun challenges, and showcase your ideas with Canada’s growing tech community.
Requirements
Participants may build a project for any of the official hackathon challenges or create their own innovative AI solution aligned with the hackathon theme.
To complete your submission on Devpost, teams must include:
A brief description of the problem your project solves Project title and team member information, including each participant’s full name and the email address they used to apply for the hackathon The challenge category your project is hacking for A demo video or live demo link showcasing the project A short explanation of the technologies and AI tools used A public GitHub repository or source code link (if applicable) Screenshots, slides, or additional supporting materials  Projects should be functional prototypes built during the hackathon period. Creativity, impact, usability, and innovation will all be considered during judging.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$CAD 2,500 in prizes 1st Place Winner
$CAD 1,500 in cash 1 winner
2nd Place Winner
$CAD 1,000 in cash 1 winner
Devpost Achievements
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Sachi Kittur
NewHumanx
Saswati Soumya
Partner at ANB Legal
Judging Criteria
1. Problem Alignment & Impact (25%)
How effectively the product directly solves the proposed challenge or problem statement. Judges will evaluate the relevance of the solution, the clarity of the problem being addressed, and the potential real-world impact of the product. 2. Technical Execution & Functionality (25%)
The quality, reliability, and technical implementation of the solution. Judges will assess functionality, completeness, performance, and the overall execution of the working prototype or product. 3. Creativity & Innovation (25%)
How original, creative, and innovative the solution is. Judges will look for unique ideas, thoughtful approaches, strong research, and innovative use of technology or AI. 4. Pitch & Demo Presentation (25%)
The clarity, structure, storytelling, and effectiveness of the final presentation or live demo. Judges will evaluate how well teams communicate their solution, demonstrate functionality, and engage the audience.

About the challenge
build anything that you like as you wish 
but it want to help the society and want 
to be usefull 
Requirements
What to Build
build anything but want to help everyone 
What to Submit
submit a video how you build what you use and a git hub repository how it can help people
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
1 non-cash prize certificate and invited to publish book
4 winners work hard for the prize
Devpost Achievements
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Azmath
iris printers
Judging Criteria
pls be serious
you can post anything

CodeSpring 2026 is a hackathon organized by NEI-ISEP — Núcleo de Estudantes de Informática do Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto. Teams of students have a limited time to collaboratively design and build a software solution around a given challenge. The event takes place on-site at ISEP, bringing together developers, designers, and problem-solvers in a fast-paced and creative environment. Participants are encouraged to explore new technologies, push their limits, and deliver innovative solutions from scratch.
Requirements
TODO
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
€1,400 in prizes 1st Place
€600 in cash 1 winner
2nd Place
€500 in cash 1 winner
3rd Place
€300 in cash 1 winner
Devpost Achievements
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Luís Cerqueira
Program Manager, BLIP
João Silva
Front-end Developer, Jury Uphold
Liliana Novais
Software Support
Tomás Lopes
Software Engineer, BLIP Mentor
Judging Criteria
AI Integration
AI integration in the final product. Theme
Relation to the theme. Originality
Pitch
User Experience
Functionality

SmogNet Datathon 2026 is a one-day Data Science & AI challenge organized by the Department of Computer Science, UET Mardan in collaboration with Code for Pakistan and OpenStreetMap.
The event is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in solving real-world environmental and civic-tech challenges using modern AI and data science techniques. Participants will work in teams to explore air quality monitoring, anomaly detection, predictive analytics, and smart public alert systems.
The datathon focuses on practical learning, teamwork, innovation, and collaboration while encouraging participants to build solutions with real public impact. Students from the 4th to 8th semester are especially encouraged to apply.
Event Details
Date: 21 May 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Team Size: Maximum 5 members Registration Deadline: 17 May 2026 Registration Policy: Each participant must complete the registration form individually using the same team name. Registrations will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. What Makes SmogNet Special
Real-world AI & Data Science challenges Team-based problem solving Hands-on technical learning Civic-tech and environmental impact focus Requirements
Teams participating in SmogNet Datathon 2026 are expected to develop a working concept, prototype, analysis, or AI/Data Science solution related to air quality monitoring, anomaly detection, prediction systems, or smart public alert systems.
Each team must submit:
Project title and team information Problem statement and proposed solution Short project description Source code or notebooks used in the project Presentation slides or demo materials A brief explanation of datasets, models, and methodology used Optional demo video or prototype showcase Judging Critera
Projects will be evaluated based on:
Innovation and creativity Technical implementation Practical impact and usability Data analysis and AI approach Team presentation and demonstration Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$200 in prizes 1st Prize
$100 in cash 1 winner
2nd Prize
$60 in cash 1 winner
3rd Prize
$40 in cash 1 winner
Devpost Achievements
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Shahzeb Khan
Code for Pakistan
Asad Iqbal
BIRCUBE
Judging Criteria
Projects will be judged based on
Projects will be judged on innovation, technical implementation, data analysis, practical impact, usability, presentation quality, and teamwork in solving real-world air quality and public alert challenges.

OVERVIEW AI x Data 2.0 24 hours. Real data. No limits.
AI as Augmentation — tools that help humans navigate a complex world.
You have 13 hours, a team of up to six, and one shared idea: build an AI model that actually helps somebody. Not a leaderboard score. Not a Kaggle submission. A tool a human being could pick up Monday morning and use to do their job better, or live their life better.
This year's theme, AI as Augmentation, is a deliberate response to the loudest question students keep asking: what happens to my career when AI does everything? The answer this weekend is: build the thing that proves the question is the wrong one. Every team ships a model paired with an application designed around a real human user — a call-center agent, an applicant, a journalist, a shopper.
The model is the engine. The human is still the driver.
Four pillars. One theme.
You pick one pillar and stay there. Each is a different on-ramp into the same competition — winners are decided overall, not per pillar.
Pillar 01 · SML — Subscription Companion. Bank marketing data. Build a tool that helps a call-center agent have a better conversation — not a robocaller, not an auto-prioritizer. The agent uses your tool. Your tool doesn't use them.
Pillar 02 · USML — Find Your Cluster. Credit card applications, no labels. Build a tool that lets an applicant self-discover what cluster they fit into. Not so banks can pre-screen — so users can navigate.
Pillar 03 · CV — CIFAKE. 120,000 images, half real and half AI-generated. Build the model that helps a human tell the difference, in a world that increasingly can't.
Pillar 04 · NLP — Make Reviews Useful. 23,000 women's e-commerce clothing reviews. Turn review text into something useful for shoppers, merchants, or trend analysts.
A note on bias in the data. Two of the four datasets (Bank Marketing, Credit Card Applications) carry the historical biases of the systems they came from. We're not pretending the data is clean. You decide what features to keep, drop, transform, or audit — and you defend those choices in your Model Report. That conversation is part of how we judge this weekend.
Two days. One binding deadline.
📅 Day 1 — Friday, May 22 · Events on Pine · Downtown Long Beach 13-hour in-person build window. Check-in at 8 AM. Build begins 9:30 AM. Optional LoRA workshop at 3 PM. Dinner 6 PM. On-site build closes 10:30 PM — teams may keep working remotely afterward.
📅 Day 2 — Saturday, May 23 · CSULB Campus Submissions close hard at 10:00 AM Saturday on Devpost + GitHub. Judges score 10–11 AM. Live demos 10–11 AM in parallel pillar rooms. Winners announced 11:30 AM. Closing ceremony at noon.
What's on the line
🏆 Cash prizes for 1st / 2nd / 3rd — announced at the opening ceremony. 🤝 Industry judges, recruiters, and faculty in the room on Saturday. 💼 Direct hiring opportunities from sponsor companies actively recruiting from this event.
Whatever you ship this weekend — a half-baked notebook, a polished demo, a pivot at hour 11 — you'll know more on Sunday than you did on Friday. That's the whole point.
🔗 datathon26.com 📧 ai.researchcsulb@gmail.com
Requirements
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Two places. One deadline.
All teams submit to both Devpost and a public GitHub repository by 8:00 AM Saturday, May 23. Late submissions are not accepted — Devpost closes automatically at the cutoff.
A · Devpost Project Page
☐ Project name & tagline — one line.
☐ Inspiration — the human user, the problem they face.
☐ What it does — clear, jargon-free.
☐ How we built it — architecture, data usage, key decisions.
☐ Challenges & what's next.
☐ Built with tags — languages, frameworks, models.
☐ Link to GitHub.
B · GitHub Repository
☐ Public repo — judges open it without login.
☐ README.md — overview, setup, run commands.
☐ requirements.txt or environment.yml.
☐ All training code — notebooks or .py files.
☐ All application code — the part users actually touch.
☐ Model artifacts — or a download link if too large.
☐ 1-page Model Report — approach, validation, limitations.
☐ Feature Choices and Trade-offs section in the Model Report — what you kept, what you dropped, why. Judges probe this in Q&A.
☐ predictions.csv for SML, CV, and NLP teams (USML teams do not submit predictions — you are scored on Cluster Quality & Insight).
Responsible AI statement
One paragraph, ≤200 words: who could be harmed by a misprediction, what is explicitly out of scope, and what guardrails the application has. Required for full credit on the Responsible AI portion of the Application Rubric. Teams that skip it cap themselves at 90 / 100 overall.
Judging — 100 points, half model, half product.
Three judges per pillar room score every team on two rubrics. 1st / 2nd / 3rd are decided overall, not per pillar.
Model Rubric (50 pts) — scored from your submission, Saturday 8–10 AM:
Accuracy / Lift over baseline · 20 (USML: Cluster Quality & Insight) Data prep + Feature Choices and Trade-offs · 10 Method selection & justification · 10 Validation rigor · 5 Reproducibility · 5 Application Rubric (50 pts) — scored from your live demo, Saturday 10–11 AM:
Use case clarity & human impact · 15 Product quality (live, end-to-end) · 15 Presentation & storytelling · 10 Responsible AI consideration · 5 Q&A defense · 5 Live-demo logistics: 8 min presentation + 4 min Q&A + 3 min judge buffer. Parallel rooms, one per pillar. All team members should be present — non-coders explaining user impact often unlock the best presentation scores.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$900 in prizes TBA
$900 in cash 1 winner To be announced at the ceremony
Devpost Achievements
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Judging Criteria
All

Welcome to UHackathon, a 24-hour build sprint where teams ship a real project from scratch and present it live for hardware, prizes, and bragging rights.
This year we're running two tracks. Pick the one that fits what you want to build:
Production Track: Dev Tools
Build something polished, practical, and ready for people to actually use.
Experimental Track: No Theme!
For projects that are creative, ambitious, weird, risky, or technically interesting. No constraints. Just go.
Each track has its own winning team and four hardware prizes, one per member of a 4-person winning team, so a full team walks away fully kitted out. Full prize list is in the Discord.
Build
All code must be written starting 11 AM Friday. Earlier work doesn't count. Your repo must be public and will be checked, commit history included. Pick a track and stick to its theme. Submit to Devpost by 12 PM Saturday
Only projects submitted here will be considered. Look at the submission form early so nothing surprises you at the deadline.
Present in person at noon Saturday
At least one team member must present in person. No in-person presenter = no consideration. No exceptions.
Awards at 4 PM Saturday
Closing Ceremony, winners announced, prizes handed out.
Full rules and the judging rubric are pinned in the Discord #information channel. Read them before you start.
 
Requirements
What to Build:
Build anything that fits your track's theme.
A few notes:
All code must be written starting 11 AM Friday. Pre-existing code, boilerplate templates, and starter kits beyond standard frameworks will be flagged. Your repo must be public. Commit history will be reviewed. Stick to your track's theme. Adherence is not a spectrum, you either fit or you don't. What to Submit:
Submit through Devpost by 12 PM Saturday. Your submission must include:
Link to your project's public repository (GitHub, GitLab, etc.) Project description explaining what you built, how it works, and which track you're submitting to. Explain tradeoffs you considered in your implementation. Images of your project (screenshots, demos, diagrams, photos of hardware, etc.) The track you're submitting to (Production or Experimental) Late submissions will not be accepted. Have someone on your team look at the Devpost submission form ahead of time so you know what fields to fill in before the deadline hits.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
2 non-cash prizes Production Prize
1 winner - CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX DDR4 RAM 16GB
- Samsung 990 EVO Plus 1TB SSD
- Acer Nitro 27" QHD Gaming Monitor
- Edifier MR4 Powered Studio Monitor Speakers
Experimental Prize
1 winner - Glorious Model O Wireless Gaming Mouse
- Apple AirPods 4
- FUDONI 1080P Projector with WiFi and Bluetooth
- Elgato Wave:3 USB Condenser Microphone
Devpost Achievements
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Nicholas Buiquiy
Sound Credit Union - IT
Zafar Khobaib
Infoblox - Cyber Security & AI
Murad Tair
Expedia - Large-scale AI management
Kylie Hammett

Manny Munoz
Amazon - SDE
Judging Criteria
Innovation & Originality
How fresh and creative is the idea? Reward teams who identified a non-obvious problem or approached a known problem in an unexpected way. Technical Approach & Stack
Did the team choose the right tools for the job? Evaluate whether the technologies, frameworks, and architecture described make sense for the problem they are solving. What were the tradeoffs the team considered? Potential Impact
Does this solve a real problem or create real value? Evaluate whether the project could make a meaningful difference if developed further. Design & User Experience
How easy and pleasant is it to use? Evaluate UI/UX quality, intuitiveness, and overall polish of the final product. Presentation & Demo
How effectively did the team communicate their work? Evaluate the Devpost write-up, demo, and clarity of the project description.

HackHCC: CodeRunners is Houston City College's first MLH-official hackathon, hosted by the HCC Computer Science Association. Over the course of one weekend in Spring 2026, students from across the region will come together for 24 hours of building, learning, and competing.
The event is open to all students regardless of experience level. Whether you have years of development work behind you or you're writing your first line of code, there's a place for you here. Participants can compete solo or form teams of up to four people, and we'll help connect you with teammates if you arrive without one.
What sets CodeRunners apart is the combination of accessibility and ambition. As an MLH-official event, it carries the credibility, sponsorships, and industry connections that come with the largest hackathon league in the world, while remaining welcoming to first-time participants. The theme leans into a cyberpunk aesthetic, reflecting the idea that the best projects come from bold, unconventional thinking.
Participants are free to build almost anything they can complete in 24 hours. Past hackathon projects in this space have ranged from mobile applications and web platforms to hardware builds, games, and AI-driven tools. Multiple prize tracks give every type of project a meaningful path to recognition, so teams aren't forced into a single category to be competitive.
Throughout the weekend, sponsors and partners will run workshops, technical talks, and networking sessions. These give participants the chance to learn new tools, hear directly from working engineers and recruiters, and explore career paths in technology. Meals, snacks, and event swag are provided, along with dedicated space to work, rest, and collaborate.
More than anything, CodeRunners is about community. It's the kind of event where strangers become collaborators, ideas turn into working prototypes overnight, and participants leave with new skills, new connections, and something tangible to show for the weekend.
Registration and full event details are available at hackhcc.org.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
7 non-cash prizes [MLH] Best Use of Gemini API
1 winner It’s time to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI using Google Gemini. Check out the Gemini API to build AI-powered apps that make your friends say WHOA. So, what can Gemini do for your hackathon project?
- Understand language like a human and build a chatbot that gives personalized advice
- Analyze info like a supercomputer and create an app that summarizes complex research papers
- Generate creative content like code, scripts, music, and more
Think of the possibilities… what will you build with the Google Gemini API this weekend?
[MLH] Best Use of ElevenLabs
1 winner Deploy natural, human-sounding audio with ElevenLabs. Create realistic, dynamic, and emotionally expressive voices for any project, from interactive AI companions to narrated stories and voice-enabled apps. ElevenLabs will empower you to build rich, immersive experiences without the need for actors or complex audio production, using simply the power of AI.
Integrate fully autonomous audio experiences into your hack with ElevenLabs and give your project a voice, along with giving your team the chance to win wireless earbuds!
Best Use of Solana
1 winner The world of development is evolving fast and Solana is leading the charge with a network built to handle all of your infrastructure needs. Forget high fees and slow confirmations, it’s time to build applications that are fast, efficient, and scalable.
Harness Solana's core advantages like blazing fast execution and near-zero transaction costs to make your hackathon ideas become real world projects. With Solana, the possibilities are endless.
Create a game, social app, or consumer product that relies on instant, high-frequency transactions.
Design a sophisticated trading, lending, or decentralized exchange (DEX).
Build a prototype for supply chain, identity, or payments that can handle massive, real-world volume.
Show us how you can innovate with Solana for a chance to win some cool prizes for you and each member of your team!
Best Use of MongoDB Atlas
1 winner MongoDB Atlas takes the leading modern database and makes it accessible in the cloud! Get started with a $50 credit for students or sign up for the Atlas free forever tier (no credit card required). Along with a suite of services and functionalities, you'll have everything you need to manage all of your data, and you can get a headstart with free resources from MongoDB University! Build a hack using MongoDB Atlas for a chance to win a M5GO IoT Starter Kit for you and each member of your team.
Best Use of Snowflake
1 winner Play with industry-leading LLMs on a single account using the Snowflake APIs. Adding AI capabilities into your application can be as simple as a single CURL command to Snowflake's REST API.
Build customized applications, RAG powered chat bots, or embed AI-powered features into your app in half the time with half the hassle. Get started for free with a special, student 120-day Snowflake trial and check out this repository for an example of the Snowflake REST API in action.
Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry
1 winner GoDaddy Registry is giving you everything you need to be the best hacker no matter where you are. Register your domain name with GoDaddy Registry for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
Best Use of DigitalOcean Gradient™ AI
1 winner DigitalOcean Gradient™ AI is a unified AI cloud for building, training, and deploying machine learning models and AI agents. Get access to GPU infrastructure like DigitalOcean GPU Droplets and Bare Metal servers, along with serverless inference and 1-Click Models for instant deployment of your favorite LLMs!!
Sign up for DigitalOcean today and get $200 worth of free credits that you can use towards building your next Gradient-powered hack. Enable your next project with DigitalOcean GradientTM AI for a chance to win some great prizes for you and each of your team mates!
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Nelson Aviles
CSA
John Pierre
CSA
Arian Din-Kirkebo
CSA
Madison Emshousen
CSA
Judging Criteria
Completion
All required steps from the guide are completed. Core features are functional and the project runs without critical errors. Design
Visual presentation beyond the guide's defaults. Custom colors, layouts, animations, or UI polish that reflect personal taste and effort. Originality
Within the guided structure, did they add something uniquely theirs? A creative theme, unexpected feature, or novel use case. Technology
Correct use of the guided tech stack. Extra points for introducing additional libraries, tools, or APIs beyond what was provided. Learning
Evidence that the participant understood and absorbed the material, not just copy-pasted. Bonus for going beyond the guide.

About the Challenge
VoltHacks 2026 is a hackathon focused on building real world solutions using hardware, IoT, and AI. Participants are encouraged to go beyond traditional software projects and create systems that interact with the physical world through sensors, embedded systems, automation, and intelligent devices.
Whether you're interested in robotics, smart devices, sustainability, healthcare technology, or open innovation, VoltHacks is designed to push creativity and engineering skills toward solving meaningful problems.
Tracks could include:
Robotics & Embedded Systems AI + Hardware Integration Smart Health Technology Sustainability & Smart Cities Open Innovation Anything Engineering based with Impact Participants will present their projects to a panel of judges, with awards recognizing innovation, technical complexity, and real world impact.
Get Started
Register individually or with a team Brainstorm a project idea related to the challenge themes Build your project during the hackathon period Submit your final project on Devpost before the deadline All skill levels are welcome. Whether you're experienced with hardware or just getting started, VoltHacks is meant to be a place to learn, collaborate, and build something meaningful.
Requirements
What to Build
Build a project related to one or more of the VoltHacks themes, such as:
IoT systems Robotics and automation AI-powered tools Embedded systems Smart devices Sustainability or health technology solutions Projects can be hardware-based, software-based, or a combination of both.
What to Submit
Each submission should include:
Project name and short description Explanation of the problem your project solves Photos, screenshots, or prototype images Source code or GitHub repository (if applicable) List of technologies/components used Teams should clearly explain how their project works and what makes it innovative.
Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$400 in prizes Grand Prize
$100 in cash 1 winner
Dialogate Lifetime Subscription
$60 in cash 5 winners 5 Notable projects will be granted lifetime subscriptions to Dialogate.
NOTE: No cash reward for these 5 projects. Cash value is determined by value of subscription.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Pranav Rapelli

Ehsan Sadiq
Dialogate Founder
More Judges TBD

Judging Criteria
Innovation and Creativity
How original and creative the project idea is, including unique approaches to solving real-world problems. Technical Complexity
The depth of engineering, programming, hardware integration, or system design demonstrated in the project. Real World Impact
How useful, practical, or meaningful the project could be in real world situations. Design and Functionality
The overall quality, usability, and effectiveness of the project’s design and implementation. Presentation Quality
How clearly the team explains their project, including demonstrations, documentation, and communication of ideas.

The next era of productivity is agentic—and it lives in Slack.
We’re calling on all builders—from seasoned Slack veterans to "vibe coders" picking up the Slack CLI for the first time—to join the Slack Agent Builder Challenge. This is your opportunity to redefine the workplace by building intelligent agents that automate workflows, surface real-time insights, and connect systems in ways we haven’t imagined yet.
Whether you’re building a specialized agent for your organization, a tool for social good, or the next viral Slack Marketplace app, we want to see your creativity in action. Leverage the Slack Agent Builder, MCP integrations, and the Real-Time Search (RTS) API to show the world why Slack is the ultimate surface for AI.
Why Join?

Whether you're a "vibe coder" or a seasoned pro, the on-ramp is designed for speed—use the slack create agent command and ready-made templates for HR, IT, and Sales to go from an idea to a running agent in a single afternoon.
For those building for organizations, the hackathon serves as a guided path to the Slack Marketplace, giving you a structured deadline to ship your app and gain direct distribution to Slack’s massive enterprise customer base.
Compete for a share of the $42,000 cash USD prize pool, a chance to go to Dreamforce 2026, some Slack swag, an invite to an exclusive Slack community gathering and to be featured in the Slack newsletter and social media
Requirements
What to Create: an application that uses at least 1 of these technologies and fits into at least 1 of the tracks below 
Slack AI capabilities
MCP server integration
Real-Time Search API 
New Slack Agent
Build a new Slack agent using one of the above three technologies to automate workflows, connect systems, or surface intelligent insights inside Slack Slack Agent for Good
Build a new Slack agent using one of the above three technologies and address a real-world social impact problem. Use Slack’s agentic capabilities to make a meaningful difference in areas such as accessibility, education, economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, public health, or nonprofit operations. Slack Agent for Organizations
New Agent. Build a new Slack agent using one of the above three technologies to automate workflows, connect systems, or surface intelligent insights inside Slack and submit it to the Slack Marketplace before the hackathon deadline; or 
Existing Agent. Significantly and demonstrably update an existing Slack Marketplace application using one of the above three technologies and submit it to the Slack Marketplace before the hackathon deadline. 
  
What to Submit
Project Track
Text description: summarize project’s features, functionality
“Slack Agent for Good Track” - be sure to explain the impact your Project has!
~3-minute Demo video 
include footage that shows your working Project 
Architecture diagram
URL to your Slack developer sandbox. 
Make sure you give access to slackhack@salesforce.com and testing@devpost.com. 
“Slack Agents for Organizations Track” 
Slack App ID to prove you submitted or resubmitted to the Slack Marketplace during the hackathon submission period.
If significantly updating an existing app, describe updates made during the hackathon submission period.  Hackathon Sponsors
Prizes
$42,000 in prizes First Place | New Slack Agent
$8,000 in cash 1 winner • USD $8,000 USD in cash
• A voucher for the Slack Developer Certification (1 per team member up to 4 members)
• A voucher to Dreamforce 2026 (ticket only, 1 per team member up to 4 members)
• A voucher for Slack community swag (1 per team member up to 4 members)
• Invitation to an exclusive Slack community gathering and social media interview at Dreamforce 2026* (*subject to winners attendance at Dreamforce)
• Features in/on Slack Developer program website, the Slack developer platform newsletter & Slack social media handles
Second Place | New Slack Agent
$4,000 in cash 1 winner • $4,000 USD in cash
• Features in/on Slack developer newsletter and Slack social media handles
First Place | Slack Agent for Good
$8,000 in cash 1 winner • USD $8,000 USD in cash
• A voucher for the Slack Developer Certification (1 per team member up to 4 members)
• A voucher to Dreamforce 2026 (ticket only, 1 per team member up to 4 members)
• A voucher for Slack community swag (1 per team member up to 4 members)
• Invitation to an exclusive Slack community gathering and social media interview at Dreamforce 2026* (*subject to winners attendance at Dreamforce)
• Features in/on Slack Developer program website, the Slack developer platform newsletter & Slack social media handles
Second Place | Slack Agent for Good
$4,000 in cash 1 winner • $4,000 USD in cash
• Features in/on Slack developer newsletter and Slack social media handles
First Place | Slack Agent for Organizations
$8,000 in cash 1 winner • $8,000 USD in cash
• A voucher for the Slack Developer Certification (1 per team member up to 4 members)
• A voucher to Dreamforce 2026 (ticket only, 1 per team member up to 4 members)
• A voucher for Slack community swag (1 per team member up to 4 members)
• Invitation to an exclusive Slack community gathering and social media interview at Dreamforce 2026* (*subject to winners attendance at Dreamforce)
• Features in/on Slack Developer program website & newsletter & Slack social media handles
• 30 minute virtual conversation with a Slack product executive
• Winning app featured in/on Stack Overflow podcast
Second Place | Slack Agent for Organizations
$4,000 in cash 1 winner • $4,000 USD in cash
• Features in/on Slack developer newsletter and Slack social media handles
Best UX
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• Features in/on the Slack developer platform newsletter and Slack social media handles
Most Innovative Slack Agent
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• Features in/on the Slack developer platform newsletter and Slack social media handles
Best Technological Implementation
$2,000 in cash 1 winner • $2,000 USD in cash
• Features in/on the Slack developer platform newsletter and Slack social media handles
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
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Giselle Ocampo

Judging Criteria
Technological Implementation
Does the project demonstrate quality software development? Does the project leverage at least one of these three technologies: Slack AI capabilities, MCP server integration, or real-time search API? How is the quality of the code? Design
Is the user experience and design of the project well thought out? Is there a balanced blend of frontend and backend in the software? Potential Impact
How big of an impact could the project have on the Slack community? How big of an impact could it have beyond the target community? Quality of the Idea
How creative and unique is the project? Does the concept exist already? If so, how much does the project improve on it?