About this Hackathon

About the Event
The Rise of AI Agents Hackathon 2026 is a global AI innovation challenge that invites developers, students, researchers, and AI enthusiasts to build next-generation autonomous AI agents. Participants will design, develop, and launch real-world AI agent solutions using modern AI technologies as part of the AI Week initiative. The hackathon focuses on creating intelligent systems capable of automating tasks, solving practical problems, and demonstrating the future potential of agentic AI.

ℹ️ Event Details
Mode of Conduct: Hybrid format
Online participation available for global participants.
On-site participation will be conducted at Deriv Offices, One by Omniyat, Dubai, UAE, for selected/invited participants.
Theme: Building next-generation AI Agents.
Objective:
Develop innovative AI-powered agents capable of performing real-world tasks.
Explore applications of autonomous AI systems across different industries.
Encourage experimentation with emerging AI frameworks and agent technologies.
Participation Mode:
Participants can join individually or as part of a team.
📅 Important Dates
Hackathon Start Date: 26 October 2026
Online Build & Collaboration Period: 26 October 2026 – 2 November 2026
Project Submission Deadline: 2 November 2026 (End of Day)
Final Showcase / On-site Event: 3 November 2026
Rules:
Teams must create original AI agent-based solutions.
Projects should demonstrate practical applications of AI agents.
Participants must follow the submission guidelines provided by the organisers.
On-site participants must arrange their own travel and accommodation expenses.
🏆 Benefits for the Participants
Total Prize Pool: $60,000+ worth of prizes.
Winner Benefits:
Cash prizes for top-performing teams.
API credits and technology benefits for selected winners.
Global recognition among AI innovators.
Opportunity to showcase AI agent projects to industry experts.
Additional Opportunities:
Networking with AI developers and technology communities.
Hands-on experience building advanced AI applications.
Portfolio enhancement through participation in a global AI hackathon.

Eligibilty:
Open to developers, students, professionals, and AI enthusiasts interested in building AI agent solutions.
Participants can register individually or form teams.
Global participants can participate through the online format.
Rules:
Teams must create original AI agent-based solutions.
Projects should demonstrate practical applications of AI agents.
Participants must follow the submission guidelines provided by the organisers.
On-site participants must arrange their own travel and accommodation expenses.