Elly Okello@eoyugi

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!

⏱️ 2 days to explore and create innovative applications powered by DeepSeek's advanced AI search capabilities. 🌟 Receive guidance from expert mentors who will support you throughout the challenge. 🤝 Collaborate with others or work independently to bring your groundbreaking ideas to life. 🏆 Compete for an opportunity to participate in the prestigious lablab NEXT acceleration program. 🧑‍💻 Secure your spot now and dive into the transformative world of AI-driven insights with DeepSeek!

🚀 Tap into OpenAI's models for diverse app needs: text and image generation, text-to-speech, vision, and more! 🧑🏻‍💻 Go one step further. Get your application ready for production using TruLens evaluations! 🤝 Work in teams of 1 to 6 members, fostering community connections! 🏆 Prize Pool: $2,500 in Cash and $2,500 in Portkey Credits! 💡 Extend beyond the Hackathon—build your startup with support and opportunities beyond the initial project.