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A 48-hour regional AI competition for students, developers, researchers, corporate and national teams, with mentorship and an investor pitch zone.

The AiSEAN Hackathon is a 48-hour regional AI competition open to students, developers, researchers, and corporate and national teams, with mentorship and an investor pitch zone included throughout.

Winning teams are recognised at the AiSEAN Hackathon Awards during Day 1, alongside the AiSEAN Future Declaration and the summit's Closing Ceremony.

48-Hour Hackathon · Mentorship · Investor Pitch Zone · Students · Developers · Researchers · Corporate & National Teams · Pre-summit build · Awards on Day 1

FAQ

How do I enter the Hackathon?

The AiSEAN Hackathon runs in the four weeks leading up to the summit. Team registration is open now on the AiSEAN portal; finalists present in Kuala Lumpur during the summit.

What is the Future Declaration?

A public commitment across five pillars (Innovation, Trust, Security, Investment, Talent), signed on the closing stage by ministerial and industry signatories, and published as an open reference for the region's AI trajectory.

Is the ceremony open to all delegates?

Yes, the Closing Ceremony is included with every AiSEAN pass, and delegates who joined mid-summit are welcome.

What happens after the ceremony?

A post-summit briefing paper synthesising the two days is circulated to all delegates within two weeks.