Ibrahim El Khalil@khalilpreview

The Problem The average enterprise spends over $1,200 in lost productivity per new hire due to administrative friction. Onboarding is currently a fragmented process trapped in silos: IT needs to generate credentials, HR needs to enforce policies, and managers need to schedule meetings. This manual coordination results in delays, compliance errors, and a poor Day 1 experience for employees. The Solution: Nexus Nexus is an intelligent agent powered by IBM watsonx Orchestrate that transforms this multi-day ordeal into a single-click workflow. Instead of humans acting as the "middleware" between applications, Nexus understands natural language intent and autonomously executes complex chains of tasks. How It Works Nexus utilizes a custom OpenAPI specification to interface with simulated enterprise microservices. When an HR manager commands Nexus to "Onboard a new hire," the agent triggers a parallel workflow: Identity Management: Instantly generates secure IT credentials and temporary passwords. Communication Setup: Adds the user to the correct Slack workspace and channels. Calendar Orchestration: Checks manager availability and books a welcome lunch. Agentic Reasoning & RAG What sets Nexus apart is its ability to handle complexity and ensure governance: Self-Healing Logic: If a requested meeting time has a conflict, Nexus doesn't just fail; it analyzes the calendar, finds the next available slot, and proposes a solution to the user. Policy Enforcement (RAG): Using Retrieval Augmented Generation, Nexus consults the Employee Handbook (PDF) in real-time. If a user attempts to book a lunch that exceeds the $50 budget found in the handbook, Nexus blocks the action and autonomously triggers a "CFO Approval Workflow" instead.

Crew-7 is a next-generation multi-agent AI platform built to replicate the structure, behavior, and efficiency of real-world teams across every domain not just software development. Each Crew consists of seven AI agents: 1 Orchestrator and 6 specialists who collaborate using a hybrid communication model inspired by modern engineering, research, business, and creative teams. The Orchestrator plans missions, delegates tasks, and resolves ambiguities, while specialists communicate directly to solve dependencies. This creates a high-performance autonomous workforce capable of tackling complex, multi-step projects with speed and accuracy. Users can choose from prebuilt Crews such as Backend Builder, Frontend Builder, SaaS Architect, Product, Marketing, Research, or Business Analyst or create their own custom team. When a mission is launched, Crew-7 executes inside a secure sandbox, generating complete deliverables: system architectures, APIs, websites, documents, analyses, strategies, and production-grade assets depending on the domain. A real-time Agent Graph visualizes how agents think, plan, and communicate, giving users full transparency into orchestration, reasoning steps, and tool usage. Every event agent start, agent message, tool call, and artifact creation is captured for traceability. Crew-7 provide a built-in Marketplace allows users to install ready-made crews instantly, while the Web3 upgrade layer introduces digital ownership: crews can be minted, verified, traded, rented, or monetized as evolving AI assets backed by on-chain reputation. By combining orchestrated intelligence, domain specialization, real-time visualization, secure execution, and digital ownership, Crew-7 transforms AI from a single assistant into a coordinated, multi-skilled workforce capable of delivering full projects from concept to production across any industry.

This hackathon invites participants to explore a new way of software creation, leveraging AI automation to streamline development from idea to working prototype with minimal coding effort. Whether you're a developer, entrepreneur, or creative thinker, this is your opportunity to experience the future of AI-assisted software building. 📅 TBA – Participate online, collaborating with innovators and builders to explore a new way of software development. 💡 Discover the power of AI-assisted development to accelerate product creation, automate workflows, and prototype with ease. 🏆 Compete for an opportunity to participate in the exclusive lablab NEXT acceleration program. ⏳ Spots are limited! Secure your participation today!

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!