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Bringing 4000+ developer talents

THE LARGEST AI HACKATHON
IN THE MIDDLE EAST

ONLINE : NOV 14 - 19, 2025

ON-SITE : NOV 18 - 19, 2025

DUBAI, UAE

AI GENESIS

Organized in partnership with

Our Hybrid AI Hackathon AI Genesis brings together thousands of talented developers from around the world for a one-week online challenge, leading up to an exciting in-person finale at the 2nd edition of /function1, our flagship AI conference on November 18−19 in Dubai.

hybrid

format
4000+

online participants
300+

onsite participants
multiple

tracks
1 week

online
2 days

onsite in Dubai

The future isn’t waiting it’s being built

This hackathon invites participants to go beyond the basics and develop impactful, real-world AI projects. Whether you’re enhancing human productivity, solving complex industry problems, or reimagining creative workflows – this is your chance to build what’s next.

Security & AI Safety

Build AI-driven solutions for threat detection, privacy, and ethical AI
Creativity & Arts

Use generative AI in music, visual art, storytelling, and multimedia
Decentralized AI & Web3

Explore how AI can integrate with blockchain and decentralized applications
Human & AI Collaboration

Develop AI tools that enhance productivity and human decision-making
AI Agents & Automation

Create autonomous AI systems that assist in daily tasks or business operations
Industry-Specific AI Solutions

Apply AI to healthcare, finance, logistics, or any field you're passionate about

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Why Partner With Us?

Tailored AI Solutions

Get custom-built prototypes focused on your technology or business needs by a global community of AI experts

Direct Access to Top Talent

Engage with elite developers through mentorship, meetings, and a curated database
Scout future collaborators or hires

Brand Visibility & Influence

Affiliate your brand with a dedicated hackathon track/challenge
Showcase your tech to thousands of developers

Strategic Jury Role

Handpick winning projects and shape innovation in your field
Сontinue engagement with high-potential teams post-event

Tailored AI Solutions

Get custom-built prototypes focused on your technology or business needs by a global community of AI experts

Direct Access to Top Talent

Engage with elite developers through mentorship, meetings, and a curated database

Scout future collaborators or hires

Brand Visibility & Influence

Affiliate your brand with a dedicated hackathon track/challenge

Showcase your tech to thousands of developers

Strategic Jury Role

Handpick winning projects and shape innovation in your field

Сontinue engagement with high-potential teams post-event

Be a sponsor

past hackathon highlights

UAE’s First Major AI Hackathon

2000+

signups
1,489

participants
165

teams
71

AI projects

ABOUT ORGANIZING PARTNER

Lablab.ai is a global organizer o f Al hackathons. As the leading hub for Al builders, they provide hands-on opportunities t o turn bold ideas into market-ready Al solutions. Lablab. ai drives the future of innovation-through collaboration, experimentation, and impact.

Highlights from Lablab.ai past events

220,000+ engaged participants
1,000,000+ marketing impressions for maximum reach
50+ hackathons organized
Direct exposure to a global network across 150+ countries

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