VoxGuard is an advanced voice-first AI agent designed to securely execute real-world tasks through natural speech. Unlike traditional assistants, VoxGuard integrates biometric voice authentication to verify the user’s identity before performing any action, making it highly secure and personalized. Powered by Gemini AI for multimodal understanding and tool calling, and the AI/ML API for speech recognition, speaker embedding, and text-to-speech, VoxGuard can send emails, request ride bookings, manage to-do lists, and respond intelligently to user queries. The system enables complete hands-free interaction, improving accessibility for differently abled users, enhancing safety while driving, and providing seamless workflow automation. VoxGuard demonstrates strong technical integration, practical impact, and originality through secure, voice-verified AI interactions.

ARC × USDC Relief Portal is an AI-powered disaster relief platform that enables instant, transparent, and secure financial aid distribution using Circle’s Developer-Controlled Wallets and USDC stablecoin. Built for the Orchestrate What’s Next with AI Agents Hackathon, this solution combines AI agents, geofencing, and zero-knowledge verification to automate the entire process of identifying victims, validating eligibility, and executing payouts. During crises such as floods or earthquakes, relief funds often face delays, mismanagement, and fraud. ARC solves this by empowering organizations to define an affected area through geofencing, collect verified requests from victims within that zone, and perform AI-assisted review and approval of claims. Once approved, the system triggers USDC transfers via Circle’s Wallet API, providing an auditable, on-chain record of every transaction. The platform consists of three main components: Frontend Portal: A lightweight HTML interface for incident creation, victim verification, and payout management. Cloudflare Worker Backend: Acts as a secure proxy between the frontend and Circle APIs, ensuring credentials remain protected. Circle Wallet SDK: Manages wallet creation, token balances, and fund transfers. ARC can operate in two modes — a local mock mode for demonstrations and a live Circle mode that connects to real wallet infrastructure. It is built with Node.js, TailwindCSS, Cloudflare Workers, and Circle’s Developer SDK. By integrating AI, blockchain transparency, and privacy-preserving verification, ARC × USDC Relief Portal ensures that aid reaches verified victims faster, reduces human error, and eliminates corruption in fund disbursement. This project demonstrates how AI-driven orchestration and programmable finance can revolutionize global humanitarian relief systems.

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!

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!