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Global Tech Hackathon Paris 2026 at EMCIS

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What to expect

Build and pitch a working AI, cybersecurity or dual-use prototype at this free 48-hour hackathon in Paris, running 27–28 August 2026 alongside EMCIS.

The Global Tech Hackathon brings individuals and small teams to YNOV Campus in Paris for two days of focused development, expert input and competitive demos. Held alongside the 23rd EMCIS Conference, it gives builders the chance to test their skills under real time pressure while meeting mentors, sponsors and fellow technologists.

Choose your challenge

Three on-site tracks run simultaneously, each with its own mentors, judging panel and dedicated prize pool:

  • AI, Automation & Agent Orchestration: Design and prototype systems for autonomous decision-making, agent coordination and workflow integration, with an emphasis on rigorous design and real-world applicability.
  • Cybersecurity: Build automated defences, threat-detection tools, incident-response systems, secure architectures or resilience solutions grounded in practical deployment constraints.
  • Defence & Dual Use Technology: Develop functional technology with both civilian and defence value across security, resilience, AI, robotics and advanced systems.

There is also a worldwide Online Cyber Game for participants who cannot travel. Players can qualify remotely, with the top 10 progressing to a one-hour live final on 28 August. No Paris ticket is required for this online challenge, which has its own leaderboard and prize pool.

From kickoff to final pitch

Day one begins at 09:00 with registration, badge collection and team formation for solo attendees. An opening ceremony covers the themes, rules and judging criteria before hacking starts at 11:00. Mentors remain available during the build, while lunch and dinner create additional opportunities to meet sponsors and other participants. An evening workshop offers a technical deep dive into AI agent architecture.

On day two, teams make their final push before the 12:00 code freeze. Demo presentations begin at 14:00, with each team receiving five minutes to pitch and two minutes for judges’ questions. A networking reception follows during deliberations, before winners are announced at the 18:00 awards ceremony.…

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