About the Hackathon

The AI-Only Hackathon is for big ideas that make a difference — it ignites talent, drives real industry growth, and sparks creativity without limits.

At Tesonet, we back and scale bold ventures around the world with one goal: shaking up industries through impactful tech. The AI-Only Hackathon keeps it simple — smart teams, hands-on mentors, and three days of intense problem-solving, all focused on pushing AI to its creative limits.

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The Challenge

FOCUS

Create an AI-powered MVP that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible. Scale personal projects into market-ready solutions or tackle global pain points head-on.

GAME PLAN

HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2024 HACKATHON

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THE CHALLENGE

Create an AI-powered MVP that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible. Scale personal projects into market-ready solutions or tackle global pain points head-on.

Team Entry Requirements

GUIDELINES

Whether you’re an experienced developer, business visionary, or just a fan of AI, form a team and register for a chance to win a grant and secure possible backing from Tesonet.

Each team must be made up of 2-6 members.

Tackle your personal project or choose one of ours to get inspired.

Laptop required. Nexos.ai, Hostinger Horizons, GPC, and AWS on us.

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Why Join?

IMPACT

Connect

With mentors, investors, and industry leaders.

Gain

Hands-on experience and feedback on your product.

Compete

For prizes — and potential backing from Tesonet.

SPOTLIGHT

Prizes

The teams will be judged by a jury of AI experts, investors, and long-time tech leaders. The 3 winning teams will leave Cyber City with more than just experience.

€10K Grant

2 years subscription for

10GB worldwide with

2 years subscription for

15GB worldwide with

€15K Grant

2 years subscription for

5GB worldwide with

+Possibility of securing €50K–€200K in funding.

€5K Grant

Conference

OPEN TO ALL

This year, before the AI-Only Hackathon kicks off, join us for a special AI-focused conference — your chance to hear from experts who are actually shipping the future. Expect hot takes on emerging trends, sneak peeks at breakthrough projects, and a front-row seat to ideas that hit where it matters.

Nov 14

AI insights & trends

Cyber City

Location

Open to all

Registration needed

FAQ

Can I form a team with international members?

Of course. everyone is welcome to join the AI-Only Hackathon, no matter where you’re from.

What if I don’t have an idea or a team?

You can try finding teammates on Discord, forums, or even LinkedIn. And if you’re seeking inspiration, we’ll provide idea prompts on the day to help spark your creativity.

How does the team selection process work?

Teams are selected based on diverse skills, the strength and clarity of their idea and arguments, product market potential, and participants’ motivation, plus relevant expertise.

Can I work on an already existing idea or a project for my startup?

Yes, all existing ideas are welcome in our hackathon — just elaborate on your project when registering your team.

Will you provide food during the weekend?

Yes, we’ll have coffee, drinks, and meals covered — lunch and dinner will be provided throughout the hackathon. You’re also welcome to bring your own food and eat in the lounge area.

Will teams get access to a gym or sleeping pods?

Teams can request a gym pass for access to our open gym in the main building. There won’t be any sleeping pods or dedicated rest areas — only working spaces will be available.

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What criteria will be used to select the winning teams and products?

The products will be judged on innovation, real-world impact, functionality, creativity, ethical and explainable AI, and scalability.