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Build Your AI Startup #2: Edge Runners

Join the Hackathon and Build Your AI Startup in 7 Days!


🚀 Elevate Your Hackathon Prototype into a Startup.


🤜 Find Teammates from a 150k+ Builder Community.


🏆 Win an opportunity to participate in the lablab NEXT accelerator.


🌍 Connect with a Global AI Community and Innovate Together.

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Hackathon Overview

Our AI hackathon brought together a diverse group of participants, who collaborated to develop a variety of impressive projects based on:

2402

Participants

126

Teams

28

AI Applications

Speakers, Mentors, and Organizers

Basem Awad profile picture
organizer

Basem Awad

Program Manager

Gary NN profile picture
organizer

Gary NN

    Damian Pawłowski profile picture
    organizer

    Damian Pawłowski

    Business Development

    Dina Shall profile picture
    organizer

    Dina Shall

    Global Community Manager

      null null profile picture
      organizer

      alsu5

        Daniel Duccik profile picture
        organizer

        Daniel Duccik

        Marketing&Visual

        Maksym Wolff profile picture
        organizer

        Maksym Wolff

        Master Streamer

          Justyna Amelia Kotlow profile picture
          host

          Justyna Amelia Kotlow

          Growth Team

            Theodoros Ampas profile picture
            mentor

            Theodoros Ampas

            Technical Mentor

            Walaa Nasr Elghitany profile picture
            mentor

            Walaa Nasr Elghitany

            Lablab Head Judge

            Muhammad Inaamullah profile picture
            mentor

            Muhammad Inaamullah

            ML Engineer

            Donald Nwokoro profile picture
            mentor

            Donald Nwokoro

            Backend Developer

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            About lablab NEXT

            NEXT is a dynamic 6-week accelerator program designed to slingshot startup prototypes and MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) into the market. Participants receive intensive, hands-on guidance from industry experts, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and support needed to succeed.

            For our top performers from the lablab.ai community, it is an excellent opportunity to bring their innovative ideas to life and make a real impact in the competitive business world. 🚀

            What's in it for you?
            • Expert Mentorship: Work closely with seasoned professionals who provide invaluable insights and advice.
             Market Readiness: Develop a robust plan to successfully launch your MVP.

            •  Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
            •  Resource Access: Gain access to tools, templates, and resources to streamline your startup journey.


            🔥 Don't Miss Out: Admission is based on availability and specific criteria, so apply now to secure your place in this prestigious program and start building the foundations of your successful startup!


            Join our Hackathon!

            Build your own startup and transform your idea into reality over three days, from August 16th to August 23rd.
            Shape Your AI Product
            Kickstart your startup journey by participating in the AI Startup Building Challenge. You'll have a chance to develop your prototype with guidance from mentors and a supportive community of AI enthusiasts.
            Learn and Engage with AI Leaders
            We provide access to a wide range of tutorials tailored to both beginners and advanced learners. During the Hackathon, mentors and our team will be available to assist and answer your queries.
            Meet Like-Minded Innovators
            This is the perfect opportunity to network with people who share your passion for harnessing technology and AI for tangible impact. You might discover your next co-founder, partner, or users right here!

            Hackathon Challenge

            Get AI/ML API Credits!

            Hey builders! 🚀


            Exciting news for the teams who created or joined a team for the hackathon! We’re giving away 1000 keys with $10 in AI/ML API credits, for the free subscription week with an access to all Llama 3.1 models to supercharge your AI projects! Access them by using a promo code that will be announced on August 16th.

            With over 100 models from LLama, Qwen and Flux, the AI/ML API covers all your needs, from image generation to computer vision with just one API. ✨


            Here’s how you can claim your subscription and get started:


             Use the free subscription week with an access to all Llama 3.1 models  to kickstart your project and bring your innovative ideas to life.


             Promo code will be announced on August 16th during the kick-off stream and will be available for the first 1000 people who claim it. 


             Access free subscription week by registering on AI/ML API website, choosing the Startup plan and entering the promo code. Access will be available starting from August 16th.

             For the technical support, visit AI/ML API Discord.   



            Important Notes:


             Credits are provided by AI/ML API and are subject to their delivery.


             Lablab is not responsible or liable if AI/ML API  does not provide the credits.

             Please note that the AI/ML API is a subscription-based service. If you do not plan to continue using it after the hackathon, please remember to cancel your subscription to avoid any charges.



            🎁 Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity. Gather your team and sign up now! ⏳✨


            Suggested Technologies

            Llama 3

            Explore Meta Llama 3, the next generation of state-of-the-art open-source large language models, offering groundbreaking features and enhanced performance.

            TinyLlama

            TinyLlama, is a compact AI model ideal for low-resource applications. It excels in conversational AI and real-time text generation, supporting edge device deployment.

            Phi-3

            The Phi-3 model family by Microsoft offers efficient, accessible small language models (SLMs) for high-quality AI on limited resources. Ideal for mobile, edge deployments, natural language tasks, and coding.

            OpenELM

            OpenELM, developed by Apple, is a family of Transformer-based language models optimized for devices with limited memory and computational resources, balancing high performance with efficiency.

            Llama 3 via AI/ML API

            Discover the cutting-edge capabilities of Meta Llama 3, the latest evolution in open-source large language models, now accessible through AI/ML APIs for enhanced performance and innovative features.

            Prizes











            🏆 A fast-track to your interview for the lablab NEXT acceleration program.🏆 

            Please be aware that participation in Lablab.ai hackathons is voluntary and subject to the specific rules and conditions outlined for each event. While we strive to provide a fair and rewarding experience for all participants, we cannot guarantee entry or success in securing prizes. All prizes and opportunities are subject to availability and participants must meet the established criteria to qualify. Lablab.ai is not responsible nor held liable for any commitments or offers - including programs, giveaways, or prizes - made by third-party sponsors or partners of the hackathon. The availability and delivery of third-party prizes or benefits are solely at the discretion of the respective sponsors and are not guaranteed by Lablab.ai. We reserve the right to make amendments, modifications, or cancellations to any part of the hackathon (including full cancellation of the event itself), including prizes and terms of participation, at our sole discretion. Whenever possible, we will endeavor to notify participants of significant changes within a reasonable timeframe. All submissions by participants must be original work, open source, and compliant with the MIT License unless specified otherwise. By participating, you agree to these terms, the overall event terms, and the Lablab.ai general terms and are encouraged to review all event-related information carefully. Prize Distribution: Lablab.ai and its partners reserve the right to distribute all prizes within a 90-day period following the end date of the hackathon. This period allows for the proper processing and verification needed to award prizes appropriately.

            Judging Criteria
            Application of Technology
            How effectively the chosen model(s) are integrated into the solution.
            Presentation
            The clarity and effectiveness of the project presentation.
            Business Value
            The potential impact and practical value of the solution.
            Originality
            Uniqueness and creativity in addressing the challenge.

            Hackathon Details

            Join lablab.ai hackathon and innovate using the latest models in the market. Discover all the relevant details below.
            🗓️ Where and when
            The start date of the hackathon is mentioned according to the date specified on the hackathon page, cover and schedule. The hackathon will take place on the lablab.ai platform and lablab.ai Discord server.
            🦸🏼‍♂️ Who can join?
            Everyone is welcome to participate, regardless of previous AI or coding experience! We encourage anyone with a passion for AI or an interest in exploring how it can be used in their field to join.
            😅 What about teams?
            If you don't have a team, don't worry! You can connect with other participants from all over the world on our dashboard or Discord server. We also recommend checking out our Discord server to find teammates and bounce around ideas. You can join the server here.
            🛠️ How to participate
            The hackathon will take place online on lablab.ai platform and lablab.ai Discord Server. Please register for both in order to participate. To participate click the "Enroll" button at the bottom of the page and read our Hackathon Guidelines and Getting Started Guide.
            🧠 Get prepared / Use Lablab.ai to Learn About AI
            To get ready for the hackathon, visit our AI Tech pages and read up on all the available technologies. You can also check out our tutorials page for more information on how to use them. Get a head start on your project by using the resources on lablab.ai!

            Event Schedule

            • To be announced

            Speakers, Mentors and Organizers

            • Basem Awad
              Organizer

              Basem Awad

              Program Manager

            • Gary NN
              Organizer

              Gary NN

              • Damian Pawłowski
                Organizer

                Damian Pawłowski

                Business Development

              • Dina Shall
                Organizer

                Dina Shall

                Global Community Manager

                • Daniel Duccik
                  Organizer

                  Daniel Duccik

                  Marketing&Visual

                • Maksym Wolff
                  Organizer

                  Maksym Wolff

                  Master Streamer

                  • Justyna Amelia Kotlow
                    Host

                    Justyna Amelia Kotlow

                    Growth Team

                    • Theodoros Ampas
                      Mentor

                      Theodoros Ampas

                      Technical Mentor

                    • Walaa Nasr Elghitany
                      Mentor

                      Walaa Nasr Elghitany

                      Lablab Head Judge

                    • Muhammad Inaamullah
                      Mentor

                      Muhammad Inaamullah

                      ML Engineer

                    • Donald Nwokoro
                      Mentor

                      Donald Nwokoro

                      Backend Developer

                    Submitted concepts, prototypes and pitches

                    Submissions from the teams participating in the Build Your AI Startup #2: Edge Runners event and making it to the end 👊

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