/execute: AI Genesis

Be Part of the UAE’s First Major AI Hackathon!

Join us for an exclusive hackathon leading up to the /function1 AI Conference & Exhibition in Dubai (May 2, 2025) - a conference with one pivotal notion: to create a #1 platform for startups and founders of the AI field; to give them the spotlight they often lack, and represent the countless possibilities of Artificial Intelligence.

📅 April 25 – May 1, 2025 – Join us online and collaborate with global AI enthusiasts.

🌟 Expert mentors will guide you every step of the way.

🤝 Work alone or form a team to build something extraordinary.

🧑🏻‍💻 Sign up before the Kick-Off Stream to secure your spot!

About /function1

/Function1 is a platform dedicated to shaping the future of artificial intelligence by bringing clarity, purpose, and direction to its rapid evolution. Through collaboration, innovation, and community-driven initiatives, it connects developers, researchers, and entrepreneurs to explore AI’s potential in:

🔹Transforming industries

🔹Addressing societal challenges

🔹Expanding human capabilities

As a space where technology meets vision, /Function1 fosters discussions and projects that push AI beyond conventional limits.

Join the Movement

The /Function1 AI Conference & Exhibition in Dubai serves as a global hub where groundbreaking ideas come to life. This hackathon is your opportunity to be part of that journey—where creativity, problem-solving, and cutting-edge technology converge to shape the future of AI.

The future isn’t waiting—it’s being built.

This hackathon invites participants to build with generative AI, exploring how AI can enhance automation, creativity, and problem-solving across different industries and applications. Whether you’re developing AI-powered tools, improving existing workflows, or crafting entirely new experiences, this is your chance to turn ideas into reality.

If you're looking for inspiration, here are a few suggested areas to explore:

🔒 Security & AI Safety

Build AI-driven solutions for threat detection, privacy, and ethical AI.

🎨 Creativity & Arts

Use generative AI in music, visual art, storytelling, and multimedia.

🌐 Decentralized AI & Web3

Explore how AI can integrate with blockchain and decentralized applications.

🤝 Human & AI Collaboration

Develop AI tools that enhance productivity and human decision-making.

🤖 AI Agents & Automation

reate autonomous AI systems that assist in daily tasks or business operations.

🏥 Industry-Specific AI Solutions

Apply AI to healthcare, finance, logistics, or any field you're passionate about.

Technologies

AI/ML API

AI/ML API provides advanced features like text completion, image inference, speech-to-text, and more, offering seamless integration, high performance, and secure key management.

👉 Read more about AI/ML API

Prizes

🏆Acceleration Opportunity

The top teams from this hackathon will get a fast-track interview for the exclusive 6-week lablab NEXT incubator program.

🏆 Best Use of AI/ML API: 💰 Cash $200

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.

What to submit?

📋 Basic Information

• Project Title

• Short Description

• Long Description

• Technology & Category Tags

📸 Cover Image and Presentation

• Cover Image

• Video Presentation

• Slide Presentation

💻 App Hosting & Code Repository

• Public GitHub Repository

• Demo Application Platform

• Application URL

For further details and guidance, please visit Submission Guidelines

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 impact and practical value, considering how well it fits into business areas.

Originality

The uniqueness & creativity of the solution, highlighting approaches and ability to demonstrate behaviors.

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.