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Solve challenges in cybersecurity and unmanned systems. Get mentored by defence professionals.

Time to Accelerate European Defense Innovation Join us and 100+ hackers from all across Europe and beyond for the European Defense Tech Hackathon on October 3-5, 2025, in Milan, Italy. Goal We want to bridge the gaps between technologists, the public sector, investors, and operators in dual-use and defense technology. This hackathon will demonstrate the talent and drive of the European ecosystem. Get inspired by the challenges we have prepared, or feel free to bring your own project. You'll get feedback from folks who have been on the frontline to ensure you're solving real problems.

Team up with experts from DiGOS and TU Berlin at the Alfred-Wegener Institute to develop /fresh ideas and open source code using real laser ranging data from ESA's Izaña station on Teneriffe. Optimize your algorithms and verify your predictions, contributing to a safer and more sustainable space environment. 🔷 use real data from the Izaña-1 Laserstation in Teneriffe to determine orbit information of objects in space 🔷 in a team of up to four people determine together the orbit of real satellites 🛰️ 🔷 optimize your algorithms and detect unknown space debris! 🔷 get to know new people who want to keep our earth and its surroundings as clean as you! ✨

EUR 13,000 of cash prizes, mentorship from Huawei in Ireland, a trip to China, internship opportunities and many more! Server Fleet Management At Scale

Time to Accelerate European Defense Innovation! Join us and 100+ hackers from all across Europe and beyond for the European Defense Tech Hackathon in Hamburg in mid-October 2025! Goal We want to bridge the gaps between technologists, the public sector, investors, and operators in dual-use and defense technology. This hackathon will demonstrate the talent and drive of the European ecosystem. Get inspired by the challenges we have prepared, or feel free to bring your own project. You'll get feedback from folks who have been on the frontline to ensure you're solving real problems.

Europe’s first-ever Space Cybersecurity Hackathon, uniting top space institutions, cybersecurity and telecom experts, satellite engineers, ethical hackers, and trailblazing startups to tackle the toughest challenges in satellite security — and build practical software solutions within 24 hours — to protect Europe’s satellites, GPS, and telecom networks from cyberattacks, fortifying defenses in space and on Earth.

Europe’s first-ever Space Cybersecurity Hackathon, uniting top space institutions, cybersecurity and telecom experts, satellite engineers, ethical hackers, and trailblazing startups to tackle the toughest challenges in satellite security — and build practical software solutions within 24 hours — to protect Europe’s satellites, GPS, and telecom networks from cyberattacks, fortifying defenses in space and on Earth. When: October 17-18, 2025 Where: Madrid Digitaliza (calle Embajadores, 181, Madrid, Spain) For whom: Satellite engineers looking to apply their technical expertise to real-world cybersecurity threats.

The Hackathon for builders by builders. Rome, 17-19 October, Privacy, AI and DeFi tracks.

First ever Ethereum hackathon in Central Asia

Europe is at a turning point: The need for faster, bolder defense innovation has never been greater. Our Defense against Drones Drone alerts are rising across Europe, and one of our most essential freedoms — the freedom to travel — is under threat. What could be effective against threats from the sky? Can we detect drones better? How can we defend ourselves?

EUR 22,000 of total cash prizes, Internship opportunities, and many more! Light Chaser (Optical Networks) or Future Network (Data Communications)

Innovative anti-fiber optic drone solutions that integrate with Kaizen’s Drone Sentinel acoustic detection system via LoRaWan mesh networks (Meshtastic protocol). Build smart counter-UAV systems triggered by acoustic drone detection.

EUR 28,000 of cash prizes, trip to China, and many more! LightChaser (Optical Networks) or PacketPiper (Data Communications)

Time to Accelerate European Defense Innovation. Join us and 200+ hackers from all across Europe and beyond for the European Defense Tech Hackathon on November 6 – 9, 2025, in Kyiv, Ukraine. Goal We want to bridge the gaps between technologists, the public sector, investors, and operators in dual-use and defense technology. This hackathon will demonstrate the talent and drive of the European ecosystem. Get inspired by the challenges we have prepared, or feel free to bring your own project. You'll get feedback from folks who have been on the frontline to ensure you're solving real problems.

ETH Latam Hackathon Brasil, Sao Paulo, 06-07/November

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!

Time to Accelerate European Defense Innovation Join us and 120+ hackers from all across Europe and beyond for the European Defense Tech Hackathon on November 7–9, 2025, in Paris, France. After our first Paris hackathon with 170 attendees last November, we're excited to be back! This is your chance to connect with fellow defense innovators, meet potential co-founders, and work on projects that have the potential to save lives. We'll prepare challenges based on real-world problems, and you can bring your own project. You'll get feedback from experienced mentors, and we'll put you in a position to deploy your project in the real world after the hackathon 🚀 More information on our event website: https://eurodefense.tech/hackathons/paris-2025/

Berlin Edition

PNL 36,500 of cash prizes, mentorship from Huawei in Poland, internship opportunities, and many more! AI Innovation

Join the revolution in brain-inspired computing at the Neuromorphic Hackathon. Build the future of AI with neuromorphic technologies.

In this challenge, participants are invited to form teams of 2-4 members to build solutions using Hugging Face LeRobot. The goal is to develop a LeRobot application which can help solve real-world problems demonstrating technical proves, creativity and usability.

You have 30 hours to shape the next space mission. Open to space engineers, space enthusiasts, and visionary thinkers from any field. No prior knowledge required.

Time to Accelerate European Defense Innovation Join us and 200+ hackers from all across Europe and beyond for the European Defense Tech Hackathon on November 13-16, 2025, in Berlin, Germany, right before the Berlin Security Conference. We're excited to co-host the hackathon with the Bundeswehr Cyber Innovation Hub—the change agent of the Bundeswehr (German Federal Armed Forces), connecting them with builders, startups, and innovative solutions. Goal We want to bridge the gaps between technologists, the public sector, investors, and operators in dual-use and defense technology. This hackathon will demonstrate the talent and drive of the European ecosystem.

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!

Join our AI+Robotics Hackathon - Build innovative solutions with cutting-edge robotics hardware and AI

Get ready for three days of intense collaboration, creativity, and cutting-edge innovation at the AEC/O Hackathon 2025 Munich Edition ! From November 21–23 , students, researchers and professionals from complementary disciplines will come together at the TUM to tackle real-world challenges from the Built Environment space.

hackaTUM is the official hackathon of the Department of Computer Science of the Technical University of Munich.

Time to Accelerate the Aerospace! Join us and 100+ hackers from across Europe and beyond for the first Berlin Aerospace Hackathon, taking place at MotionLab.Berlin from November 21 to 23, 2025 🛰️ Over three days, you’ll join forces with engineers, developers, and aerospace innovators to tackle some of the most ambitious challenges in aviation and space—from next-gen propulsion and autonomous flight systems to satellite networks and orbital logistics. Whether you want to prototype reusable launch solutions, design advanced UAV control systems, or build open-source mission planning tools, this is your launchpad to experiment and execute. Expect hands-on mentorship from leading aerospace startups, direct feedback from industry pioneers, and opportunities to transform your hack into a real-world pilot project.

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!

Drei Tage Innovation, Teamgeist und Technologie: Auf der PMRExpo treffen sich kreative Köpfe, um gemeinsam die Kommunikation in Krisensituationen neu zu denken. In einem 48-Stunden-Design- und Coding-Marathon entwickeln interdisziplinäre Teams Lösungen – KI-gestützt, praxisnah und mit gesellschaftlicher Relevanz. Ziel ist es, das Krisenmanagement zu verbessern, Entscheidungsprozesse zu unterstützen und die Effektivität der Kommunikation in kritischen Lagen zu steigern. Drei Challenges stehen im Fokus: Notfalldiagnostik ohne App – Nutze Smart Devices als Lebensretter Wenn Bilder täuschen – Echtheit als Grundlage sicherer Kommunikation Wenn jede Sekunde zählt – KI als Partner für bessere Entscheidungen Was Dich erwartet: attraktive Geldpreise für die besten Ideen, kostenfreie Verpflegung, nahezu kostenfreie Hotelübernachtung, Zugang zur PMRExpo, Preisverleihung vor Fachpublikum, Top-Mentoring durch Expert:innen und Coaches.