Muhammad Ahsan@ahsan

📅 May 11–19, 2026 • May 11 – 19: Online Build Phase. • May 18 (Hybrid Build Day – Online & Onsite) • May 19 (Demos & Awards – Online & Onsite) 🌍 Hybrid event. Join online from anywhere or build onsite at the venue. 🏆 Winners will be announced live on stage at the AI & Big Data Expo North America on May 19 📍 On-site Venue (May 18–19): San Jose McEnery Convention Center, CA, USA 🤝 Join solo or with a team. 🎟 FREE AI & Big Data Expo North America ticket included for participants that are able to join the on-site phase. 🏆Compete for a $10,000 prize pool 🧑‍💻 Apply now to design, prototype, and showcase enterprise-ready innovation.

Leverage Orchestrate’s digital skills to design solutions that automate repetitive tasks, orchestrate workflows across tools, and empower employees to focus on high-value work. ⏳ Complete your project in just 48 hours and showcase your innovation. 🚀 Gain hands-on experience building with IBM watsonx Orchestrate. 💡 Develop practical AI agents that reshape the way teams and organizations operate. ⭐ Learn directly from experts who will support you throughout the event. 🤝 Team up or work independently to bring your vision to life. 💰 Prizes: $10,000 🧑🏻‍💻 Sign up before the Kick-Off Stream and start shaping the future with IBM watsonx Orchestrate!

Join the next edition of our flagship AI hackathon — now featuring Google, AppliedAI, and Qdrant as official partners, with over $45,500 in prizes and exclusive partner challenges. After an incredible launch earlier this year, we’re back with the next edition of our AI hackathon series leading up to the /function1 AI Conference & Exhibition in Dubai. Tap into the power of AI to innovate, build, and take your AI skills to the next level in this high-impact hybrid experience. 📅November 14–19, 2025 • Nov 14–18: Collaborate and build online with AI enthusiasts from around the world. All projects must be submitted by end of day on November 18 • Nov 18 (Dubai): An exclusive on-site build day at Festival Arena Dubai for selected participants. • Nov 19 (Dubai): Live on-stage pitching & winners announcement at the /function1 Conference. 🌟 Get support from expert mentors throughout. 👥 Go solo or team up. 📍 Please note: On-site participation is by invitation only. Travel and accommodation will not be covered for selected participants. Further details will be shared with those accepted. 🧑🏻‍💻 Secure your spot now—sign up before the Kick-Off Stream!

In this hybrid hackathon powered by Arc, developers will build the next generation of payment systems using AI + Arc with USDC. Explore a world where AI agents can understand natural language, automate financial actions, and move money with precision. From DeFi to digital content and real-world assets, this is your chance to shape the future of intelligent finance. 📅 October 27 – November 9, 2025 • Oct 27 – Nov 8 (Online Phase) – Collaborate and build with developers and AI innovators from around the world. All projects must be submitted by end of day on November 8. • Nov 8 (New York City – On-site Build Day) – Selected participants will be invited to an exclusive in-person session to refine their projects and connect directly. • Nov 9 (New York City – Live pitching & Awards) – Live pitching sessions to a panel of judges and investors, followed by the official winner announcement. 📍 On-site Venue (Nov 8–9): Babe Ruth Room, Jay Conference Chelsea 159 West 25th Street, New York City, USA 🧠 Get guidance from blockchain and AI experts throughout the event. 🤝 Go solo or team up — it's your flow. 🏆Compete for $10,000 in USDC prizes. 📍 On-site participation is by invitation only. Travel and accommodation expenses will not be covered. 🧑🏻‍💻 Secure your spot now — sign up before the Kick-Off Stream!