funding: $2 million global hackathon challenges dev
eligibility: open to: Individuals who are at least the age of majority where they reside as of the time of entry; Teams
apply-url: https://xprize.devpost.com/register?flow%5Bdata%5D%5Bchallenge_id%5D=29541&flow%5Bname%5D=register_for_challenge
The Gemini XPRIZE Hackathon 2026, hosted by OpportunityDesk, is a $2 million global hackathon that challenges developers to build AI-driven solutions. The hackathon aims to encourage innovation and provide meaningful impacts across various industries and communities. OpportunityDesk is facilitating applications for this hackathon
Overview
The hackathon is open for 90 days and focuses on five categories: Education & Human Potential, Entrepreneurship & Job Creation, Small Business Services, Money & Financial Access, and Professional Services. Participants are encouraged to develop scalable solutions to real-world challenges using artificial intelligence tools.
The five categories of the hackathon aim to transform and improve various aspects of economic opportunity and professional access. These include transforming how we learn and achieve our best, fueling tools for new founders and economies, powering everyday businesses, breaking down barriers to banking and financial freedom, and connecting people with expert guidance.
The hackathon offers significant prizes, including $500,000 in cash for the first-place winner, and smaller cash prizes for the remaining winners and category-specific awards.
Eligibility
The hackathon is open to individuals who are at least the age of majority in their residence, teams of eligible individuals, and small organizations with less than 25 employees. These organizations can include corporations, not-for-profit corporations, and other legal entities that exist and have been organized or incorporated at the time of entry.
Benefits
The hackathon offers various benefits to participants, including significant cash prizes. First place receives $500,000, second place receives $200,000, and there are smaller cash prizes for other winners and category-specific awards. Participants also have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions, launch real businesses, and gain experience in AI-driven innovation.
How to Apply
To apply for the Gemini XPRIZE Hackathon 2026, participants can visit the OpportunityDesk website. The application process is currently open and the deadline for submission is August 17, 2026. For more information and to apply, please visit https://opportunitydesk.org/2026/06/08/build-with-gemini-xprize-hackathon-2026/