Deon Menezes@deonmenezes630

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!

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!

⏱️ 4 weeks to design and ship a working Web3 product or AI agent. 📅 February 4 to March 1, 2026 • Feb 4 – Hackathon opens. Teams can start building and submitting. • Feb 5 to March 1 – Build, test, and iterate. • March 1 – Final submissions due. 🚨 Important eligibility reminder To be eligible for prizes, teams must post their submission video on X and tag @lablabai and @Surgexyz_. 🤝 Build solo or with a team. 💰 $50,000 prize pool in $SURGE Token. ⚠️ Self-service hackathon This is a fully self-service hackathon. There are no live streams, kickoff sessions, or scheduled workshops. Participants can register, build, and submit at any time before the submission deadline.