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Generative AI Hackathon with IBM watsonx

Join the challenge and build a productivity solution that gives your business an edge.

🕒You have 2 days to complete the challenge. Compete for exciting prizes and exclusive opportunities.


It's an amazing opportunity to:


🚀 Compete to craft a generative AI solution supercharged by IBM’s advanced AI models.


💰 $14,500 prize pool for the winners!


💰 Receive the necessary resources to kick off your solution development.


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


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


🏆 Win an opportunity to participate in the Lablab NEXT acceleration program.


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

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About IBM 


IBM, a pioneer in the tech industry, has been at the forefront of innovation for decades. Their contributions span across various fields, including AI, cloud computing, and quantum computing. IBM's cutting-edge technology and research continue to drive advancements in multiple sectors:



  • • AI and Machine Learning: Leading the charge in AI development with powerful tools and models.


  • • Cloud Solutions: Providing scalable and flexible cloud services.


  • • Quantum Computing: Pushing the boundaries of computing with quantum technology.


  • • Research and Development: Continuously advancing technology with extensive research and high-quality datasets.

  • • Open-Source Commitment: Promoting collaboration and innovation through open-source projects.

Hackathon Challenge

How can generative AI technology improve the productivity of an important everyday activity?


Challenge:

Identify a real-world business process or task and present your innovative proof of concept for how that activity could be streamlined using IBM’s watsonx.ai generative AI solution.


Why Participate?


  • • Innovate with IBM: Utilize state-of-the-art AI models to create transformative solutions.

  • • Boost Efficiency: Implement advanced AI to streamline processes and improve productivity.

  • • Add Value: Develop solutions that elevate platform capabilities and user experiences.



Elevate your projects with the power of IBM’s AI models.

IBM Technology Access

Ready to Join the IBM Innovation Challenge? Here’s How You Can Get Started:


  • • Apply to Participate: Sign up and apply to be part of our hackathon.


  • • Get connected: Registered participants will receive access instructions for watsonx.ai from IBM in the mailbox after the hackathon kick-off.


  • • Start Building: Use the resources provided to develop your innovative solutions.


We can’t wait to see what you create with IBM’s powerful AI tools! Let’s build something extraordinary together!

IBM Cloud Credits: Usage Guideline

• For this hackathon, IBM is providing an additional $100 worth of usage above the free minimum levels of usage. This should be enough for you to design and create a compelling submission for this weekend's challenge.


• You will receive periodic emails that alert you to how much of the $100 worth of usage you have consumed. Email notifications will be sent at 25%, 50%, and 75% and will reset the account once it reaches the 100% amount. Please plan accordingly.

Suggested Technologies

IBM watsonx.ai 

watsonx.ai by IBM offers advanced machine learning, natural language processing, and data analysis tools, enabling organizations to build, train, and deploy AI models, automate tasks, and gain insights.

👉 Read more about watsonx.ai

IBM Granite 

The Granite AI Models by IBM are advanced language models designed for chatbots, precise instructions, and multilingual support, offering high performance and accuracy for complex language tasks.

👉 Read more about Granite

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 Solution Platform

• Solution URL

For further details and guidance, please visit Submission Guidelines


PRIZES
Winner:

💰 Cash: $5,000

☁️IBM Cloud credits: $1,500

Runner-Up (2nd Place):

💰 Cash: $3,000

☁️IBM Cloud credits: $1,500

Runner-Up (3rd Place):

💰 Cash: $2,000

☁️IBM Cloud credits: $1,500

Best use of Granite:

💰 Cash: $500

🎁 IBM watsonx hoodie

🚀 Acceleration Opportunity: Fast-track interview for Lablab NEXT

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?

Check eligibility requirements when you sign up and fill out the application form.

😅 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

  • Morgan Caroll
    Speaker

    Morgan Caroll

    Senior AI Engineer

    • Aisha Darga
      Speaker

      Aisha Darga

      AI Engineer Solution Architect

      • Simon Olson
        Speaker

        Simon Olson

        Founder

      • Walaa Nasr Elghitany
        Mentor

        Walaa Nasr Elghitany

        Lablab Head Judge

      • Muhammad Inaamullah
        Mentor

        Muhammad Inaamullah

        ML Engineer

      • Donald Nwokoro
        Mentor

        Donald Nwokoro

        Backend Developer

      • Theodoros Ampas
        Mentor

        Theodoros Ampas

        Technical Mentor

      • Justyna Amelia Kotlow
        Host

        Justyna Amelia Kotlow

        Growth Team

        • Gary NN
          Organizer

          Gary NN

          • Basem Awad
            Organizer

            Basem Awad

            Program Manager

          • Emmanuel Iriarte
            Organizer

            Emmanuel Iriarte

            RnD AI Lead

          • Maksym Wolff
            Organizer

            Maksym Wolff

            Master Streamer

            • Daniel Duccik
              Organizer

              Daniel Duccik

              Marketing&Visual

            • Dina Shall
              Organizer

              Dina Shall

              Global Community Manager

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