Hosting Biggest Hackathon in Turku

We are spearheading the Turku AI Hackathon, an ambitious initiative designed to position Turku as a leading hub for artificial intelligence innovation. This event will be the largest and most prestigious AI hackathon in the region, inviting top-tier developers, researchers, and entrepreneurs to collaborate, compete, and push the boundaries of AI technology.

Our vision is to foster a vibrant ecosystem where groundbreaking AI solutions are born, addressing real-world challenges and driving impactful advancements across various industries. By bringing together exceptional talent, cutting-edge resources, and strategic partnerships, we aim to:

• Accelerate AI Innovation: Provide a platform for rapid prototyping and development of innovative AI applications.

• Showcase Turku's Potential: Highlight Turku's growing prominence in the tech sector and its commitment to fostering technological advancement.

• Cultivate Talent: Attract and nurture top AI talent, creating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing.

• Drive Economic Growth: Stimulate investment and create new business opportunities in the AI sector.

• Address Societal Challenges: Encourage the development of AI solutions that address critical societal issues.

Target Audience:

This hackathon is designed to engage a diverse and impactful audience, including:

• Global AI Developers and Researchers: Highly skilled individuals with expertise in machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and other AI domains.

• AI Startups and Entrepreneurs: Teams and individuals seeking to develop and commercialize innovative AI-powered products and services.

• Academic Institutions: Leading universities and research centers with a focus on AI research and education.

• Industry Leaders: Companies and organizations across various sectors (healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, etc.) seeking to leverage AI for competitive advantage.

• Government Agencies and Municipalities: Organizations interested in exploring the potential of AI to improve public services and address societal challenges.

• Investment Firms and Venture Capitalists: Individuals and organizations seeking to identify and invest in promising AI startups and technologies.

Opportunities for Collaboration:

We are actively seeking collaborations with companies, organizations, and institutes to maximize the impact of the Turku AI Hackathon. Potential areas of collaboration include:

• Sponsorship: Provide financial support to fund prizes, logistics, and marketing efforts.

• Challenge Definition: Propose real-world challenges and datasets for participants to tackle, aligning with your organization's strategic priorities.

• Mentorship and Judging: Offer expertise and guidance to participants through mentorship programs and judging panels.

• Technology and Resource Provision: Provide access to cloud computing resources, APIs, datasets, and other essential tools.

• Networking and Recruitment: Connect with top AI talent and potential future employees.

• Marketing and Promotion: Leverage your network and channels to promote the hackathon and attract participants.

• Post-Hackathon Support: Offer incubation, acceleration, and investment opportunities to winning teams and promising projects.

• Research and Development Partnerships: Initiate longer term partnerships with winning teams or participants to further develop and commercialize their projects.

• Event space and logistical support: Turku based organizations can offer locations and logistical support.

Benefits of Participation:

By partnering with the Turku AI Hackathon, your organization will:

• Generate Positive PR: Demonstrate your commitment to innovation and social impact.

• Gain Visibility: Enhance your brand recognition and reputation as a leader in AI innovation.

• Access Top Talent: Connect with and recruit highly skilled AI developers and researchers.

We invite you to join us in making the Turku AI Hackathon a resounding success. Together, we can unlock the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and shape the future of technology.

We are eager to discuss potential collaboration opportunities and answer any questions you may have. Please contact us at yuehan.dai@edu.turkuamk.fi