Sara Salmanpour@Sadface

Join Deriv and lablab.ai for a high-intensity hybrid hackathon where top builders create AI prototypes, demo their work, and get fast-tracked to interviews. When • Sat, Jan 31, 2026- On-Site Pre-Hackathon: Deriv AI Meetup (Dubai) • Fri, Feb 6 - Opening words, Challenge, and Hackathon kick-off. (Dubai) • Sat, Feb 7 - Build and ship your prototype - 12 hours (Onsite +Online) • Sun, Feb 8 - Demos, judging, and next steps for standout teams. (Onsite +Online) On-Site Pre-Hackathon: Deriv AI Meetup Sat, Jan 31, 2026 · 2:00–6:00 PM (GST) · Dubai In-person talks, workshops, team formation, and networking with the Deriv team. 👉 Deriv AI Meetup registration What's in it for you • USD $10,000+ in prizes across categories • Mentors available to unblock you when you're stuck • Fast-track interviews for top performers - skip the queue • Real problems to solve - not toy demos Format • Teams of 1-3 • Hybrid: Dubai on-site or fully remote • On-site spots confirmed after screening Location • One by Omniyat, 24th Floor, Al Mustaqbal Street, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE • Travel and accommodation not provided. Apply now • Spots are limited. Shortlisting begins right after the event.