Build the Future
in 48 Hours
Join 500+ developers, designers, and dreamers for the most electrifying hackathon of the year. $50,000 in prizes. Real problems. Legendary solutions.
April 25–27, 2025 · San Francisco, CA + Virtual
Challenge Tracks
Pick Your Battlefield
Three tracks. Infinite possibilities. Choose the domain where you'll make the biggest impact.
AI & Machine Learning
Build intelligent systems that learn, adapt, and solve real-world problems using cutting-edge ML techniques.
Climate & Sustainability
Create solutions that tackle climate change, reduce waste, and build a more sustainable future for all.
Health & Biotech
Innovate at the intersection of technology and healthcare to improve lives and democratize access.
Prizes
$50K Up for Grabs
Compete for life-changing prizes and opportunities.
- ✓Cash Prize
- ✓VC Meetings
- ✓Incubator Access
- ✓Press Coverage
- ✓Cash Prize
- ✓Mentorship Package
- ✓Cloud Credits
- ✓Cash Prize
- ✓Swag Bundle
- ✓Cloud Credits
Special Category Awards
Schedule
48 Hours of Magic
Day 1 — Apr 25
9:00 AM
Check-in & Breakfast
10:00 AM
Opening Ceremony & Keynote
12:00 PM
Hacking Begins 🚀
3:00 PM
Workshop: Rapid Prototyping
7:00 PM
Dinner + Networking
Day 2 — Apr 26
9:00 AM
Mentor Office Hours
12:00 PM
Midpoint Check-in
3:00 PM
Workshop: Pitching to Investors
8:00 PM
Midnight Snack Sprint 🌙
Day 3 — Apr 27
10:00 AM
Submissions Close
11:00 AM
Demo Day Presentations
2:00 PM
Judging Panel
4:00 PM
Awards Ceremony 🏆
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